Baked Falafel Balls Receita

Experience the joy of perfectly baked falafel balls – crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and completely oil-free! This healthy and delicious recipe skips the deep fryer, making it a guilt-free treat. Serve these delightful balls in warm pita bread with your favorite cooling cucumber sauce for a truly unforgettable Mediterranean experience.

Preparo 45 min
Cozimento 1250 min
Calorias 137.7 kcal
Proteína 9g
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Ingredientes para Baked Falafel Balls

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup fine bulgur
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • olive oil flavored cooking spray, for spraying

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Como fazer Baked Falafel Balls

  1. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a saucepan, then remove from heat.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of fine bulgur wheat.
  3. Cover the saucepan tightly and let the bulgur sit until all the water is absorbed (about 20 minutes).
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Sauté 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic until the onion is translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. Add 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon ground coriander. Sauté for 1 more minute.
  6. Combine 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas (drained and rinsed) and the cooked bulgur in a food processor.
  7. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 teaspoon salt. Process until well combined but still slightly textured.
  8. Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  10. Shape the falafel mixture into 2-inch balls.
  11. Place the falafel balls on a lightly oiled baking sheet.
  12. Lightly spray the balls with olive oil cooking spray.
  13. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

2g

Carbs

7g

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Perguntas frequentes

Quanto tempo leva para fazer Baked Falafel Balls?

Baked Falafel Balls leva cerca de 1295 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 45 minutos de preparo e 1250 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Baked Falafel Balls?

Baked Falafel Balls tem aproximadamente 137.7 calorias por porção, com cerca de 9 g de proteína, 7 g de carboidratos e 5 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Baked Falafel Balls?

Os principais ingredientes de Baked Falafel Balls são Water, Bulgar Wheat, Olive Oil, Red Onion, Garlic Cloves, Red Pepper Flakes. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.

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