Baked Falafel Balls Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Falafel Balls

• 1 cup water
• Bulgar Wheat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Red Onion
• Garlic Cloves
• Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Dried Breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Olive Oil Flavored Cooking Spray

How to Make 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.