THE BEST FALAFEL RECIPE | crispy fried and baked falafel (vegan)

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  • Опубліковано 18 лип 2019
  • Are you ready for the best falafel you've ever tasted (whether fried or baked)? Falafel are delicious balls of chickpea and herb goodness that you find in Middle Eastern cooking.
    I've had my fair share of falafel on travels through Egypt, Israel and Jordan. I've had them in restaurants and on street corners (the best authentic street food). I've had them stuffed in gluten-free pita and on salads. And I've had them with slight variations and tweaks, though the recipe itself is fairly simple.
    But here's how you make the best falafel recipe - add tons of herbs (double the normal amount) and a small amount of green pepper. This makes for an addictive flavor that's "a little something extra" but not spicy. Just insanely delicious.
    Falafel are naturally vegan and vegetarian. You can then deep fry the falafel, pan fry or make baked falafel. It's up to you! Just don't forget to drizzle with my tahini sauce. ;) Enjoy!
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  • @Downshiftology
    @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +163

    Hi friends! I'm excited to finally share this video (I've been working on this recipe for quite a while!). These falafel are delicious and have SO much flavor. But I'd love to hear...which method is your favorite to cook them? It's always a toss up for me. :) Hope you're enjoying your summer! xo - Lisa

    • @Ramyapad19
      @Ramyapad19 4 роки тому +4

      I never had falafels before drooling over my samsung galaxy j4 love your recipes making ne hungry Thanks Ramya

    • @perakeeosalt
      @perakeeosalt 4 роки тому +1

      Falafel kabob with your tahini sauce... love

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +1

      @@perakeeosalt Yes!! A great combo!

    • @jb071306
      @jb071306 4 роки тому +5

      What do you do all the oil when your done?

    • @RebeccaWife1Mom4
      @RebeccaWife1Mom4 4 роки тому +1

      Falafels are on my top 5 food list! LOVE them...obsessed! Thank you!

  • @phoenixwiseman4018
    @phoenixwiseman4018 4 роки тому +1518

    How rich do you wanna be?
    Me: rich enough to deep fry stuff in avocado oil

    • @primroserosemary8862
      @primroserosemary8862 4 роки тому +128

      I can't even begin to imagine deep frying with avocado oil or using my oven to bake 3 falafel

    • @ddubsr5886
      @ddubsr5886 4 роки тому +143

      instead of chickpeas you can use dirt and instead of fresh herbs you can use grass.
      I find it drastically cuts down on costs

    • @cyxsaw
      @cyxsaw 4 роки тому +4

      That's what downshifting is all about..., I guess.

    • @user-_-37470
      @user-_-37470 4 роки тому +8

      Nah these are “minecraft falafels”

    • @dkmarlenej
      @dkmarlenej 4 роки тому +1

      Hahahahaha

  • @mariamkamal
    @mariamkamal 4 роки тому +785

    Here in Egypt, Falafel is the king on our breakfast table, I usually homemake it whether with "crushed beans" or "chickpeas", and personally prefer to eat it with Harissa, tahini or tomatoes salad garnished with garlic and parsley .
    But recently I developed a healthy recipe of Falafel, and I baked them in the over on a silicone mat without using oil.
    Try to sprinkle some sesame seeds on top of your Falafel before putting it in the oven, the aftertaste of the roasted sesame seed will make the dish sheer heaven.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +46

      That sounds wonderful with the roasted sesame seeds. I'll definitely try that next time. Thanks for sharing your tips! :)

    • @mariamkamal
      @mariamkamal 4 роки тому +51

      @@Downshiftology
      Really appreciate your words.
      You can also make Falafel cake, by adding eggs, Baking Soda, Baking powder to the batter of Falafel, then spread a layer of Falafel batter in an oven tray, after that put some chopped veggies; aka green, yellow, red pepper, onions, parsley, dill and spread some Feta.
      And finally another layer of Falafel batter on top of them and of course garnish it with sesame seeds, bake it in a hot oven and serve it with Tahini and garlicky tomatoes.

    • @FrugalOverFifty
      @FrugalOverFifty 4 роки тому +9

      @@mariamkamal That sounds sooooooooooo good!!!! ❤️

    • @anyamakarova8237
      @anyamakarova8237 4 роки тому +7

      In the very beginning, I could not catch the proper proportion of the paste, so the pieces were falling apart. I baked them in silicon form for cookies))) funny shapes))) and yes, sesame on top is a must!

    • @mariamkamal
      @mariamkamal 4 роки тому +3

      @@FrugalOverFifty Give it a go, it's scrumptious and healthy ❤

  • @xxyy1064
    @xxyy1064 4 роки тому +272

    Tip for those who do not have chickpea flour; roast the dry chickpeas in the pan for a while, then cool it down and blend into powder. Then sift it through a sieve.

    • @basmael-gaouni9257
      @basmael-gaouni9257 4 роки тому +6

      Use very little amount of flour.Thats what you need.

    • @hasbethperez5598
      @hasbethperez5598 4 роки тому

      How powerfull does my blender has to be?

    • @asdasd-pq9bc
      @asdasd-pq9bc 4 роки тому +6

      Lucky i don't wanna buy chickpea flour since the video only needs a little bit and i have a vitamix so thx for this tip 😀

    • @surfsusan
      @surfsusan 4 роки тому +10

      I just put chickpeas in my coffee grinder as it's only a small amount needed.

    • @rehaboth203
      @rehaboth203 4 роки тому +3

      xx yy you can even use oat flour.

  • @yamanshashaa
    @yamanshashaa 4 роки тому +380

    I'm palestinian🇵🇸 my mom used to make this kind of tomato tahini sauce( chopped tomatoes,tahini, lemon juice, salt & maybe black pepper, few tablespoons of water) it goes really well with falafels so delicious and it makes swallowing falafels so much easier👌🏼😁💦

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +15

      Awesome! Thanks for sharing. I always love to make variations on tahini sauce, so I'll have to try that one next. :)

    • @doniazuaiter369
      @doniazuaiter369 4 роки тому +7

      الله محيي الفلافل واهلها..
      😍😘💚💜🌸🙏
      كمان شووي راح تسوي مناقيش زعتر 😁

    • @Zwop1919Wxp1
      @Zwop1919Wxp1 4 роки тому +2

      Thanks going to try that sounds good as a relish

    • @drunkvegangal8089
      @drunkvegangal8089 4 роки тому +3

      No one else can make any food as good as Mum :D

    • @user-_-37470
      @user-_-37470 4 роки тому +1

      How about garlic??

  • @Mialuvsveggies
    @Mialuvsveggies 3 роки тому +26

    I love how fresh & green heavy these are. I live in a tight budget so I use the low oil baked method and they are scrumptious

  • @johnvarner2013
    @johnvarner2013 2 роки тому +14

    I have relied on this video to make falafel twice in recent weeks and the results have been excellent. Thank you for all the hard work that went into its creation.

  • @hudaghassan5912
    @hudaghassan5912 4 роки тому +231

    Very good..I personally use my air frier it takes 20 min on medium heat to cook .It is fluffy and much healthier.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +26

      Awesome! I don't have an air fryer yet. Thanks for sharing the cook time!

    • @hudaghassan5912
      @hudaghassan5912 4 роки тому +7

      @@Downshiftology Thanks to you for all recipies.Hope you can do a healthy mayo please🙏🙏

    • @Nofiveyearplan
      @Nofiveyearplan 4 роки тому +8

      Huda Ghassan I love my airfryer! Best thing everrrr

    • @KaRiNa-pj9sb
      @KaRiNa-pj9sb 4 роки тому

      @@Nofiveyearplan What air fryer do you have?

    • @hannibalrasberry4188
      @hannibalrasberry4188 3 роки тому +5

      Honestly frying it in a bit of Advacado oil isn't going to bring any real damage. The oil is designed to handle high heats without breaking down.
      But she doesn't need to deep fry it, a simple skillet works just as well.
      And air fryer tend to remove the moisture of the center.

  • @racqueltaylor617
    @racqueltaylor617 4 роки тому +136

    This is SO well researched and thought out. Thank you so much for all of the time and energy put into this! I can’t wait to try it!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +2

      Thank you Racquel! I hope you enjoy my recipe. :)

  • @95lamp
    @95lamp 4 роки тому +7

    Hello,
    Idk if you will ever read this comment but I just wanted to thank you with every bone in my body for making your channel. The past two years I have been very depressed. I lost over twenty pounds. I became anemic. I was with just in a very bad situation when it came to social support . At this point I was fueled on Dr Pepper and Honey Nut Cheerios. I was a few pounds away from hospitalization due to weight loss. But your channel truly inspires me to take care of myself . That cooking can be a relaxing down time versus a chore that needs to be done . Your graceful presence, clean & fresh videos have truly made a difference. Thank you for your content.
    Much love.
    Best,
    Neena

  • @rorororosoft
    @rorororosoft 4 роки тому +52

    I made it two times since you’ve uploaded the recipe .. it is absolutely delicious 😋Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

  • @francestan70
    @francestan70 Рік тому +1

    I made this recipe twice a year and it’s still by far the BEST of all. And I loved just watch this recipe even when I’m not in the kitchen.

  • @fragolina85
    @fragolina85 4 роки тому +16

    I just made these and it's a great recipe! The spices and herbs are perfectly balanced. I used canned chickpeas that I left out to dry overnight on a tea towel, and it worked like a charm :)

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +3

      Wonderful! I'm so happy you loved the recipe. And thanks for sharing the tip on the canned chickpeas as well!

  • @mypersonaldairybyakansha7259
    @mypersonaldairybyakansha7259 4 роки тому +9

    Looking forward for more meal prep videos, I genuinely find your meal prep detailed and we'll explained. I'll be really glad if you come up with meal preps

  • @joya6414
    @joya6414 4 роки тому +14

    Can't wait to try this! I made your Tahini Sauce earlier this week and it is amazing! Just love all these middle eastern flavors. Thank you for the video Lisa!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +2

      Oh yay! Glad you enjoyed the tahini sauce. And now you'll be able to make the falafel and drizzle it on them as well. :)

  • @sarvjitkaur1882
    @sarvjitkaur1882 2 роки тому

    I want to share my experience. I was able to make these falafels few times and must tell you that they came out perfect at the first time. so delicious and my family enjoyed every bit of it. Best recipe so far. Thank you

  • @D-Dollie
    @D-Dollie 4 роки тому +21

    I am from East Africa, we make our falafel from black eyed peas and you eat them with a side of green chilli. Although, we eat them all around the year, but it’s especially eaten during Ramadan!! It’s one of my favourite food!!

  • @RyllenKriel
    @RyllenKriel 4 роки тому +5

    I love falafel, and good on you for putting a serrano pepper in there. Chilies belong in nearly everything. I have never tried cooking in avocado oil, so I shall have to give this a go. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • @beedlejuice2324
    @beedlejuice2324 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Lisa!! I LOVE your videos and recipes so much.. I literally can’t get enough of them. After having breast cancer, I am bound and determined to rid my body of pain inflammation. Your recipes are helping me do so! I would love a video on turmeric recipes. I’m sure you have some yummy ones up your sleeve :) thank you!

  • @CybercandyCat
    @CybercandyCat 4 роки тому +2

    wow , yes absolutely the best recipe ever !!! and also very addictive as you said OMG , Perfect !!! so happy i found your channel :) thank you for all these healthy and easy recipes

  • @roynoi4662
    @roynoi4662 2 роки тому +4

    If you use baking soda you have to use some acid to get the reaction going. I think, you forgot the lemon that is used in eastern cuisin.

  • @crystinamarie1
    @crystinamarie1 4 роки тому +8

    I just had falafel a few days ago and wasn't too happy with their version but very excited to try yours! Mediterannian is yummy.

  • @sc00badive
    @sc00badive 2 роки тому +3

    I made the falafels for dinner tonight! I fried them on the stove, they turned out perfectly. They were delicious, I couldn't tell the Serrano pepper was even in there, I might use a bigger one next time. I had them with the hummus also your recipe, and homemade pita's. It was a middle eastern feast, absolutely delicious, I will be making it again, and again!

  • @TheMelanieGrace
    @TheMelanieGrace 4 роки тому +4

    Oh my! My mouth is watering! These look so good! Falafels are upon my FAVORITES!!

  • @samhill7693
    @samhill7693 4 роки тому +3

    These look exactly like the ones I buy at my fav restaurant and they're the best thing I've ever tasted

  • @jeanetteezzo947
    @jeanetteezzo947 2 роки тому +4

    This is the BEST falafel recipe. Thank you so much for taking the time to refine it. It's perfect. I did not have a hot pepper, but it was great without it. You are right that it is best eaten warm. I tried baking it and storing it in the fridge and it got too dry. Pan frying in a little avocado oil and eating it immediately was perfect. The batter stayed fresh for five days in the fridge, so that I could always make it when I ready to cook and eat immediately. I also found a chickpea flour tortilla made by SIETE that is perfect with this. The tortilla stays flexible after heating, and is gluten free. I ate the falafel in the chickpea tortilla with shredded carrots, lettuce, and mung bean sprouts. It was soooo good that I didn't even use a sauce. Thank you for doing the time consuming work to create this.

  • @AucklandGuy30
    @AucklandGuy30 3 роки тому +1

    This is such a great recipe. Thanks for taking the time to perfect it and then sharing. Have made it twice now and perfect each time. Thanks all the way from New Zealand!

  • @linajamadar9197
    @linajamadar9197 3 роки тому +6

    I tried, when first I tried to fry it in oil, they all separated, spoiled the oil, I forgot to add chickpea flour, corrected one and they turned out amazing 😍

  • @cedelany21
    @cedelany21 4 роки тому +7

    I just tried this recipe and it was amazing!! I’m so glad! I’ve been trying to learn more about cooking and improve my skills the past few years. Really happy with how they came out and as a vegetarian I will definitley be making this recipe again!

  • @mysweety5328
    @mysweety5328 4 роки тому +4

    I am from Middle east and I think your recipe and your all methods is so great and so easy to make , thank you so much .

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks you! I'm happy you love my recipes. :)

  • @amytewfik6218
    @amytewfik6218 3 роки тому

    I a mother of three and I actually tried to make falafel like million times! And now I did it! Thank you so much! :)

  • @kimsandbladh4811
    @kimsandbladh4811 Рік тому

    You are a great cook ever since 😊
    I loved all your recipes from winter to summer, including the healthy drinks 🍹 🥤
    Thank you so much 🙏

  • @IronPriest82
    @IronPriest82 3 роки тому +24

    I made this recipe yesterday. My family is from Israel and it’s hard to find a place that makes a good falafel. This recipe really nailed it, worth your time, give it a shot!

    • @posiee3701
      @posiee3701 4 місяці тому

      Stop stealing arab food and calling it israeli

  • @francestan70
    @francestan70 3 роки тому +3

    I made it not only once, but five time for my family in two weeks, they absolutely loved it and it turns out perfect every time! Thank you for your friendly detail recipe and video!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 роки тому +1

      Wow, that's amazing! So glad you and your family have enjoyed this recipe so much 😊

  • @juliojennymartinez6801
    @juliojennymartinez6801 2 роки тому +2

    I love how clean everything looks 🥰 and of course I'll try your delicious recipe 😋

  • @cathyphegley7414
    @cathyphegley7414 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much for this recipe-I love falafels, also on salad. Your instructions are so simple and complete....going to go soak some chickpeas!

  • @luciegallagher2710
    @luciegallagher2710 4 роки тому +5

    Oh my goodness! They look amazing! I’m travelling at the moment (Vancouver Island) but I’m definitely making these once I’m home!!!! Thank you 😊 xxx

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +1

      Hope you enjoy them Lucie. And safe travels! x

  • @chrisbrennan2208
    @chrisbrennan2208 4 роки тому +8

    I haven't really had many Falafels, but those look delicious. Time to expand my horizon and try these.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +1

      Definitely! I'd never really eaten them until I traveled more in the Middle East. Now I'm obsessed with falafel. :)

  • @gladsheep
    @gladsheep 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for your videos!
    I love that your inspirations are based on your personal experience and interaction with other cultures, which makes the recipe more authentic! Also your videos a clear, good lighting, calm, straightforward, easy to follow, and the food looks absolutely delicious!! 😋 thank you!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 роки тому

      Thanks so much! I'm always learning and love to share my experiences with this community, especially when it comes to food 😊

  • @electronicpowers
    @electronicpowers 2 роки тому

    The best Falafel recipe ever. I have tried it three times already. Always good. My wife and kids love it.

  • @mareej4713
    @mareej4713 4 роки тому +6

    I tried this recipe and it turned out amazing! Thank you!

  • @TheIdeabaker
    @TheIdeabaker 4 роки тому +4

    Your repeated trials with this recipe paid off... I followed your excellent instructions and made them today- golden on the outside, vibrant green inside, and thoroughly delicious! Served them with with homemade vegan tzatziki in a pita. This will be my go-to falafel recipe. Thank you so much for all of the work you put into the perfecting, cooking , filming and producing of this recipe video. Sharing with friends! 💕

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +2

      Wonderful! Glad to hear this recipe was a success for you 😊 And it's seriously the best with homemade tzatziki sauce.

  • @Im_AshParker
    @Im_AshParker 3 роки тому +2

    OMG! I’m so excited for an easy gluten free falafel recipe. I love falafel but I think my body is starting to struggle with gluten. Can’t wait to try this recipe, thank you!

  • @tirtunemdouq
    @tirtunemdouq 4 роки тому +2

    I have just made them and (as all of your recipies) turned out fantastic!! Thank you :)

  • @jasoni4090
    @jasoni4090 4 роки тому +88

    Just letting everyone know that herb stems are packed with flavour! ❤️ chuck those in too

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +5

      Thanks for the quick tip! :)

    • @aprilrrain
      @aprilrrain 4 роки тому +1

      Cilantro stims are yummy

    • @palbros9102
      @palbros9102 4 роки тому +7

      I save herb stems in freezer to use in stock :)

    • @denisecares6124
      @denisecares6124 3 роки тому +2

      And the stems are also packed with more nutrition than the leaf!

    • @arianewinter4266
      @arianewinter4266 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah, unless there like woody, just use the whole thing

  • @its-violet
    @its-violet 4 роки тому +8

    I tried the recipe.
    It turned into mush easily and I added gram flour to make it better but it was still mush. More salt for taste.
    Couldn't pan fry it but they turned out fine by deep drying.
    Family likes it. :)
    Next time I will pat dry the chickpeas and coriander to take out moisture.
    Bro rated: 6/10
    Mom: 8/10
    Dad: 8/10.

    • @rimjhimkaraki8070
      @rimjhimkaraki8070 4 роки тому

      A J please watch a Lebanese cook make it. The ingredients she is using are not for a traditional falafel.

  • @tanyas2444
    @tanyas2444 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this recipe!! First time when falafel came out absolutely perfect!!! Sending all my love ♥️

  • @curtisamos1615
    @curtisamos1615 2 роки тому +2

    I'm from Ukraine....university in Thunder bay Ontario...now in winnipeg Canada 🇨🇦...I truly enjoy Asian food and African dishes 😋...the chef here is awesome....he understands flavourful profiles...I recently experienced Hummus...with a lentil salad and a freshly made bread bowl soup...very filling and creative....being a Canadian....I'm from Thunder Bay Ontario Canada 🇨🇦....I was never into coffee or canned food..recently I was introduced to my first cup of coffee ☕......I enjoyed it....even more so with a hint of mint and a slightly bitter taste

  • @valchiri4
    @valchiri4 4 роки тому +6

    I am running to the supermarket to get the ingredients!! Lisa, you are the best ❤️❤️🥰

  • @elizabethcoburn6215
    @elizabethcoburn6215 4 роки тому +5

    I’ve been waiting for this!! Can’t wait to try these.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Yay! I hope you enjoy them Elizabeth. Let me know how they turn out. :)

  • @mama41141
    @mama41141 3 роки тому +2

    I love this recipe! It's so simple, the family really enjoys it too!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 роки тому +1

      Happy to hear the whole family enjoyed this one 😊

  • @Rawmomentaker
    @Rawmomentaker Рік тому +1

    The absolutely amazing result I had today after watching your video, for the very first time I have tried falafel at home , the preparation you have explained was super easy and very fast also , falafel came out perfectly amazing. Loved the taste, crispy from outside 👌👌🙌

  • @dashutchen5292
    @dashutchen5292 4 роки тому +423

    Using avocado oil for frying might be the most decadent thing that i have ever seen :'D

    • @jt8534
      @jt8534 4 роки тому +1

      What oil should you use?

    • @PlaySavi
      @PlaySavi 4 роки тому +89

      Right? It’s so expensive, I died a little inside when she used so much. 😂

    • @Willgtl
      @Willgtl 4 роки тому +25

      J T, use any high-heat oil you want. Avacado oil is fine but it's very expensive to be used for deep frying. Personally I just use whatever vegetable oil is on sale for the cheapest, usually soybean oil.

    • @mosesdcoach
      @mosesdcoach 4 роки тому +63

      In israel we dont use avokado oil its very expensive!! Interpretation of California rich people .
      Since Falafel is a popular dish that has always been cheaper
      Sunflower oil, soybean, canola.
      enough!
      Avocado with a very dominant flavor
      Not only very expensive.

    • @mosesdcoach
      @mosesdcoach 4 роки тому +2

      @@jt8534 soya, canola, sunflawer

  • @catamandow1
    @catamandow1 2 роки тому +8

    good recipe , but i would recommend adding coriander seeds , coriander is the most important spice that gives falafel good taste , also don't forget to add also sesame seeds , good video

  • @carolinaminick
    @carolinaminick 4 роки тому

    I’m so happy I found out your recipe. It is just delicious! I did it three times in just one week. I didn’t use the pepper though as my children doesn’t like spicy things but this is the falafel I love, green inside and not beige/brown inside. Many thanks!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Sounds great! Glad to hear you and your family loved this falafel recipe 😊

  • @tonyazazi3755
    @tonyazazi3755 3 роки тому +2

    the fresh mint and coriander is a must in falafel

  • @blue-flower13
    @blue-flower13 4 роки тому +27

    I was just eating 2 falafel when your notification came through!

  • @rajeshk9175
    @rajeshk9175 2 роки тому +3

    I am thinking of making this once a week, refrigerate and bake every evening for dinner. What would be a good guess of shelf life of the falafel dough? Is it possible to freeze and defreeze it?

  • @LiveLoveLaugh22
    @LiveLoveLaugh22 Рік тому

    They look delicious! I need to try this ASAP! Thank you for the recipe. 🌸

  • @cinnamonskyes812
    @cinnamonskyes812 4 роки тому +1

    Definitely putting this on next week's list of things to make! What a great idea for a quick summer bite. Love this!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Yes, the perfect summer nibble (if you can stop at just a couple. Lol!).

  • @lulu221188
    @lulu221188 3 роки тому +7

    Falafel is my favourite dish here in my home town 🇯🇴 Jordan
    All the spices you use is good, but you forget to put coriander seed ground , this will make the falafel more delicious
    Thanks for this lovely recipe 🌷👍

  • @Soleil4701
    @Soleil4701 4 роки тому +4

    Wow! Amongst all the falafel videos out there you are the first person who has explained clearly three different ways to cook them apart from just deep frying. It's really helpful to see that, thank you so much. Especially when you want to try to learn healthier ways of cooking. They look fantastic.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      I'm so glad you enjoyed this video Linda! Let me know how your falafels come out :)

    • @carolouellette3022
      @carolouellette3022 4 роки тому

      Downshiftology what food processor do you use

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      @@carolouellette3022 It's liked on the Shop page on my website.

  • @jenniferdunbar7130
    @jenniferdunbar7130 4 роки тому +2

    I've tried for 19 years to make good falafel and failed every time. I figured I'd give this recipe a try, one last ditch effort. It actually worked! What a success. They were perfectly delicious! Thank you!

  • @PanicAttackRecovery
    @PanicAttackRecovery 4 роки тому

    Great tasting and healthy recipe for falafels with various ideas to fry or bake them. Thank you

  • @hebasaid2544
    @hebasaid2544 4 роки тому +67

    In Egypt it is the most popular breakfast ...but completely faraway from ur healthy method ★★★★★★★★★ I am going to make it now according to ur method

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +9

      I loved eating them in Egypt! So good!

    • @enasssalah9371
      @enasssalah9371 4 роки тому +7

      You are always welcome to Egypt
      You have a home here ❤️

    • @NG-fq5lf
      @NG-fq5lf 4 роки тому +1

      heba said If you used falafel for breakfast, are them the main course and what side dishes do you accompany with in order to make a complete breakfast?

    • @enasssalah9371
      @enasssalah9371 4 роки тому +1

      N G in Egypt we eat it with beans and salad and bread
      Pita bread
      And it is amazing breakfast
      You won’t eat again for hours !!

    • @johnjohntv1195
      @johnjohntv1195 4 роки тому

      Enass Salah What type of beans?

  • @fangxu4268
    @fangxu4268 4 роки тому +7

    Hi Lisa, I can't wait to make this! Can I use my Vitamix in place of the food processor? I don't have a food processor, so can I generally use Vitamix for that? Thanks!!

  • @realrosesforever3847
    @realrosesforever3847 3 роки тому

    Thank you. I can't wait to make these. They look amazing!

  • @FrugalOverFifty
    @FrugalOverFifty 4 роки тому +1

    I can't wait to make this next weekend. I've been making Chef John's recipe for a while now and we love it - yours really amps up the herbs, and I can't wait to try it with the pepper! I'll also be making the tahini sauce. Thank you for all of the detail you provide, it's so helpful for this falafel fan who has never seen it made before.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      You're more than welcome! I hope you love my version as well and please do let me know how they turn out. :)

  • @BiotechArab
    @BiotechArab 4 роки тому +33

    for me as Arabic, I found using cardamon in falafel recipe interesting

    • @yanimal0604
      @yanimal0604 4 роки тому +5

      I thought it would be coriander

  • @bilalolama963
    @bilalolama963 4 роки тому +11

    Bon appetite..the recipe is very tasty and you are very good at preparing it. P.S, the recipe is from Palestine, not Israel.
    Greetings to you from loving Palestine❤

  • @Julia-qh6ws
    @Julia-qh6ws 3 роки тому

    Your recepies are so tasty. Thank you for inspiring for a healthier lifestyle!!!

  • @archanak9
    @archanak9 3 роки тому

    Hi Lisa, I followed your recipe and made falafels today. OMG tastes amazing!!! Indeed it is the best falafels I tasted :). Thanks for the amazing recipe!

  • @Cmarotta1515
    @Cmarotta1515 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you for this video! I love falafel and have been wanting to try making it on my own! Would this work in a Vitamix?

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      It's a bit harder in a Vitamix or any blender as it blends the bottom first and more inconsistently. If you have a food processor, that's preferred.

  • @orangea7496
    @orangea7496 4 роки тому +3

    Yummmmmm This فلافل لذيذة 💗😭🌿

  • @lizrising5142
    @lizrising5142 4 роки тому

    Never eaten a falafel before but having watched this I'm definitely going to try the baked way. Thanks so much for sharing!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Awesome! I'm happy you're going to try a new recipe. :) Enjoy!

  • @Livingapeacefullife
    @Livingapeacefullife 4 роки тому

    These look delicious. I will definitely be making these. So easy, and thank you for sharing. 😊

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      You're more than welcome Amy! I hope you love the falafels. :)

  • @9LauraPatrizia9
    @9LauraPatrizia9 4 роки тому +7

    I'll try these out tonight! Just one question first - how long can you store them in the fridge and can you freeze them as well?
    Lots of love xx

    • @delirium129
      @delirium129 4 роки тому

      I came here to ask that as well. I want to know if they can be frozen and if so, do I freeze them before or after frying/baking them?

    • @nisreenaltememie9610
      @nisreenaltememie9610 4 роки тому +1

      You can freez them after forming the balls and you can defrost them and fry

  • @00kidney
    @00kidney 4 роки тому +20

    Looks great. I will try this recipe. Thank you Miss beauty!

  • @ruffysmom1850
    @ruffysmom1850 4 роки тому +1

    Your recipes look so amazing and they look so do-able! You have inspired me to eat healthier. I will be making these falafels this weekend.

  • @bethkeefer1001
    @bethkeefer1001 3 роки тому

    Seriously the BEST Falafel recipe!! Thanks Lisa!!❤️

  • @wonrachel9003
    @wonrachel9003 4 роки тому +10

    We tried it and loved it!! WOULD RECOMMEND.
    *ayo waves* :)

  • @WedartStudio
    @WedartStudio 4 роки тому +13

    Wonderful recipe, nice preparation and it must be really tasty result ! Thanks!😊🌐🌐😊

  • @elinnavarro2937
    @elinnavarro2937 4 роки тому +1

    I love these!!! I can't wait to try it 😍😍 thank you so much!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +1

      You're more than welcome Elin! I hope you enjoy the recipe. :)

  • @christalitjens501
    @christalitjens501 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you Lisa, looks delicious and I sure am going to try these! Never made Falafel before, and store bought are soooo dry, but these look so good! Much Love from NL!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Oh yes, homemade is always much better than store bought. Hope you enjoy them!

  • @bgdn5
    @bgdn5 4 роки тому +3

    I lived for 4 years in Egypt and only in one place I eat amazing falafel it was made by refugees from Syria from Damascus exceptionally tasty and they were not green inside

    • @pjammin00
      @pjammin00 4 роки тому

      She cooks in very hot oil, so the outside is brown instantly but the inside is still raw/uncooked. It needs to be cooked in medium heat not high heat.

    • @mahmoudetman4870
      @mahmoudetman4870 3 роки тому

      This Syrian method is made without green herbs, only chickpeas, so they are golden in color.
      The Egyptian method rich in green herbs, I think is more healthy

  • @olympicslondon2012
    @olympicslondon2012 4 роки тому +30

    Coming from Bangladesh, I'll probably need to use at least 5/6 green chillies with the seeds in it. Otherwise, it'll be too bland for us :P ..thanks for the amazing recipe, as always :)

    • @hzlkelly
      @hzlkelly 4 роки тому +1

      😂😂😂

    • @JS.forever
      @JS.forever 3 роки тому +2

      Same with us Indians 😊😊

  • @puggychu
    @puggychu 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for showing the 3 different method of cooking these yummy falafels :) I will definitely try making them.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Wonderful! Let me know how they turn out when you make them. :)

  • @Martel4
    @Martel4 4 роки тому

    I've been so addicted to falafel recently and I made it once. It's not too difficult at all. I'm definitely going to try your recipe next time. Looks delicious.

  • @spottedbybarbie
    @spottedbybarbie 4 роки тому +4

    its hard to find baked falafel on restaurants. Now i find it more harder to find now that I am living in thailand for husbands work . Il use my air fryer.

  • @noglutenzone
    @noglutenzone 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for sharing this! I’ve been waiting anxiously for this recipe from you!! I can’t wait to try these!. I would love to deep fry them, but I never know how to store the used oil for future frying & it’s so wasteful to throw all that oil away. Good quality oils are not cheap. Pan frying looks good but most likely I’ll use the oven baking method because I can get more done with less “babysitting” them & it’s probably the lowest in fat & therefore less calories, which means I can eat more falafels LOL!!!

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +2

      It's always best to strategize on the method that allows you to eat more falafels! Haha. ;)

  • @blisswkc3344
    @blisswkc3344 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much dearest 🌹
    You're such an inspiration 🥰
    Be Blissful Eternally 🙏👼🌈

  • @Lea-rb9nc
    @Lea-rb9nc 3 роки тому +1

    I love them in a salad, I love them in a wrap, I love them plain... I make double batches bake instead of fry, and shape about a third as patties. Yum!

  • @lorenzo8495
    @lorenzo8495 3 роки тому +4

    You know, this is one of the dishes I only like to eat at restaurants!

  • @sdushdiu
    @sdushdiu 4 роки тому +7

    Cook the falafel in either a convection oven or air fryer and forego the high fat content tahini and serve with plant based tzatzicki!!!

  • @AINAKASHIMA21
    @AINAKASHIMA21 3 роки тому +1

    I tried your recipe for the first time to make falafel. It turned out so good!! I’m so happy that I was able to cook successfully. Thank you very much! - From Japan🇯🇵

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  3 роки тому

      So glad this recipe was a success Kate! 😊

  • @fallenangel4628
    @fallenangel4628 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for going slow, talking at a good pace, staying on track and showing us exactly what you’re doing. I watch so many cooking videos on here.. and I appreciate 100fold that you didn’t take a bite and go MMmMm MMmM. (It’s my biggest pet peeve, like yes we know you think it’s good we get it.) !!! Also I got so excited when you said you had actually practiced these recipes enough to share different ways??? This is like the holy grail of learning after all the crap I’ve waded through. Definitely gonna go through more of your videos thank you so much for teaching us something for free

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      I'm glad you're loving all my videos so far 😊I hope all my tips help as well.

    • @estebanmartin172
      @estebanmartin172 3 роки тому

      I love when chefs taste their food and then react. One Italian chef even sings when she really loves it.

  • @LINY
    @LINY 4 роки тому +21

    I married an Israeli, and few things bring her more joy than making falafel for me 💚

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому +4

      I think falafel makes everyone happy. :)

  • @Ash-op2ql
    @Ash-op2ql 3 роки тому +11

    Avacado oil is so expensive! That’s ridiculous there’s other high heat oils that aren’t near 20 to fry once

    • @nandapieterson1660
      @nandapieterson1660 3 роки тому

      Eating avocado‘s and/or using their oil is a catastrophy for the environment as it takes so much water to grow them!

    • @manuelexposito7294
      @manuelexposito7294 2 роки тому

      @@nandapieterson1660 ?? water does not disappear you know?

    • @rockinrollinntrollin616
      @rockinrollinntrollin616 2 роки тому

      Sunflower oil...cheaper & can withstand the heat !

    • @elkemohammed9552
      @elkemohammed9552 2 роки тому

      I use grape seed oil to fry it.

  • @alanaltshuld
    @alanaltshuld 4 роки тому

    Definitely worth the wait! Can’t wait to make these, Lisa. As always, you nailed it.

    • @Downshiftology
      @Downshiftology  4 роки тому

      Thanks so much Alan! Can't wait to hear what you think of the recipe. :)

  • @stephaniescott6975
    @stephaniescott6975 3 роки тому

    Love this recipe! Didn't have the serrano pepper but it still tasted delicious! Thank you for sharing. This will be a keeper! ♡