Falafel Burgers Vegetarian Broiled (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For soaking the chickpeas
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225g (1.25 cups) dried chickpeas, soaked in water overnight and drained
→ For the falafel
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1.5 teaspoons kosher salt (Diamond Crystal brand; use half for Morton)
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon ground turmeric
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35-40g fresh parsley
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35-40g fresh cilantro
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1 medium carrot, chopped (105g)
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1 small onion, peeled and chopped (112g)
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1 garlic clove
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2 eggs, beaten
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Olive oil, for brushing
→ For serving
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Pita bread
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Tahini sauce or tzatziki
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Schug (optional)
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Harissa
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Chopped tomatoes (optional)
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Chopped cucumbers (optional)
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Soft lettuce leaves (Boston, Bibb, or chopped Romaine)
# Instructions:
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Place the chickpeas in a large bowl and cover completely with water. Let stand overnight on counter for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
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Mix together the salt, cumin, and turmeric in a small bowl. Roughly chop the parsley and cilantro.
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Combine the drained chickpeas, herbs, chopped carrots, onions, garlic, and the mixed dry seasonings in a food processor. If using a smaller processor, work in batches. Pulse until the mixture is very finely chopped and holds together when pinched between two fingers.
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Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and incorporate the beaten eggs using a spatula until thoroughly combined.
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Using a 1/2 cup measure, scoop the mixture and squeeze with your hands to form a ball. The mixture will be slightly wet and delicate. Portion out all of the mixture to make approximately 8 balls.
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Heat your broiler to high for at least 15 minutes. Brush a baking sheet with olive oil. Form each ball into a patty and place on the oiled sheet pan. Brush tops lightly with oil and season with salt. Broil for 3-5 minutes until beginning to lightly brown. Flip each patty using a metal spatula, brush with more oil, season with salt, and broil for 2-3 minutes more until evenly golden brown.
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Serve warm in pita bread with tahini sauce or tzatziki, schug, harissa, and optional fresh vegetables and lettuce.
# Notes:
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A 14-cup food processor works best for this recipe. If yours is smaller, process the ingredients in batches.