Air Fryer Falafel with Tahini
Mediterranean30 minutes or less

Air Fryer Falafel with Tahini

Crisp, golden chickpea and herb falafel air-fried to perfection, served with a rich, nutty tahini sauce.

30 min12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb dry chickpeas · soaked 12 to 24 hours
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 large onion · roughly chopped
  • 2 garlic
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp coriander
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • olive oil spray
  • tahini sauce · to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    Soak

    Soak dry chickpeas at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours, then drain and dry thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Process

    Pulse chickpeas with herbs, onion, garlic, and spices into a thick green mixture; chill until firm.

  3. 3

    Shape

    Fold in baking powder and form compact balls or discs.

  4. 4

    Air fry

    Spray and cook spaced falafel at 400°F until crisp and puffed; serve with tahini.

Watch how it’s made