Easy Homemade Falafel

Easy Homemade Falafel Introduction Falafel is a classic Middle Eastern dish made with chickpeas, fresh herbs, and spices. These crispy, flavorful bites are perfect for wraps, salads, or dipping in tahini sauce. This recipe gives you two different cooking methods—fried for a crispy texture and baked for a healthier option! Ingredients 1 ½ cups dried chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and dried) ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped ½ small onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 tsp baking powder 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour) 1 tbsp lemon juice 1-2 tbsp water (if needed) Oil for frying (if using the frying method)