Falafel: from humble chickpeas to global street food
Falafel turns ground chickpeas into crispy, spiced balls, a high-protein Middle Eastern street food that has become a global culinary sensation.
Falafel transforms simple chickpeas into crispy, flavorful deep-fried balls, a beloved street food staple. Dried chickpeas are soaked, then ground with herbs like parsley and cilantro, garlic, onions, and spices such as cumin. This mixture is shaped and fried until golden and crisp, yet tender inside.
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