Falafel is a beloved Middle Eastern street food made from ground chickpeas, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices. These golden, crispy fritters are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite.​

At International Food Market Orlando, we provide all the authentic ingredients you need to recreate this traditional dish at home. From Ziyad brand chickpeas and spices like cumin and coriander to fresh herbs and Sultan brand olive oil, everything is available under one roof.​

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)

• ½ cup chopped onion

• 3 cloves garlic

• 1 cup fresh parsley leaves

• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Sultan brand olive oil

🛒 You can find all these fresh and quality ingredients at IFM Orlando in our Fresh Produce, Dairy, Baking Aisle, and International Sections!

Directions

Step 1:
Drain the soaked chickpeas and transfer them to a food processor. Add chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse and holds together when pressed.​

Step 2:
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.​

Step 3:
Form the mixture into small balls or patties using wet hands to prevent sticking.​

Step 4:
Heat Sultan brand olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the falafel in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.​

Step 5:
Serve hot with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, and a drizzle of tahini sauce or hummus.​

Serving Suggestions

Falafel can be enjoyed in various ways:​

• Stuffed in pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and tahini sauce.

• Served over a bed of greens for a hearty salad.

• As an appetizer with dipping sauces like hummus or tzatziki.