Falafel Ingredients 2 cups dried chickpeas (Do NOT use canned or cooked chickpeas) 1 cup fresh parsley leaves, stems removed 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, stems removed 1 small onion, quartered 7 – 8 garlic cloves, peeled Salt to taste 1 tbsp ground black pepper 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp ground coriander 1 tsp cayenne pepper, optional Oil for frying Direction (One day in advance) Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl filled with water to cover the chickpeas by at least 2 inches. Soak overnight for 16-18 hours (more if the chickpeas are still too hard). When ready, drain the chickpeas completely and pat them dry. Add the chickpeas, herbs, onions, garlic and spices to the large bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade. Run the food processor 40 seconds at a time until all is well combined forming a the falafel mixture. Transfer the falafel mixture to a container and cover tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or (up to one whole night) until ready to cook. Scoo
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