{"id":30895,"date":"2023-11-22T18:15:56","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T12:45:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=30895"},"modified":"2025-10-28T17:19:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T11:49:06","slug":"easy-air-fryer-falafel-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/easy-air-fryer-falafel-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Air Fryer Falafel Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Crispy, golden, and bursting with fresh herbs, these air fryer falafels <\/strong>are everything you love about the classic, made simpler! No deep frying, no mess, just perfectly fluffy falafels that come together effortlessly in your kitchen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once you try making falafels in an air-fryer, there's no going back! Its an easy, hands off recipe that fits right into busy days yet is special enough when entertaining. Pile them into warm homemade pitas<\/a>, with veggies and hummus, tuck them into wraps, or serve them over a salad, drizzled with a tahini dressing<\/a> - they are wonderfully versatile and full of flavor in every bite.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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What Is Air-Fryer Falafel?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Falafel is a fried patty made with chickpeas and spices. The popular Middle Eastern recipe originated in Egypt but has now become a much-loved dish all over the world. Although making falafel from scratch sounds complicated, it\u2019s rather simple to put together.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditionally, falafels are deep-fried, but I wanted to take the easier route, so this I just air-fried them! In all honesty (and as a disclaimer), fried falafels taste amazing, but these air fryer falafels come close enough! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why You'll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 You get that golden crispy crunch without frying! No hot oil, no mess, air-fryer does all the work!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 These homemade falafels are easy, simple, and fuss-free to make. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 No fancy ingredients. There's a good chance everything you need to make these falafels is already in your kitchen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 Perfect for meal prep! The falafel mixture keeps well in the refrigerator, so you can air-fry them whenever you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2728 They are so versatile! Excellent with pita, in wraps, in salads, grain bowls or just as a yummy snack with your favorite dip!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Chickpeas<\/strong>:\u00a0For best texture and flavor, use dry chickpeas. These need to be soaked for 12-24 hours. I do have a delicious vegetable cheese falafel recipe<\/a> that uses cooked chickpeas, but for this recipe, I recommend only dry chickpeas!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbs<\/strong>: Garlic and onion are aromatics that add depth and complexity to the flavor. Besides them, you can use\u00a0any combination\u00a0of herbs \u2013 cilantro, dill, parsley, or mint.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sesame seeds<\/strong>\u00a0bring in the nuttiness and that extra crunch.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baking powder<\/strong>\u00a0is a must! It gives the falafels an airy, soft texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spices<\/strong>: Cumin and coriander are the traditional choices. I love the taste roasted cumin imparts. You can stick to regular cumin powder. Chili or paprika is optional. Use as little or as much as you like. If you want to make this crispy falafel recipe your own and up the heat, try green chilies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe below for full information about ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Air Fryer Falafels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Wash and soak chickpeas for 12 to 24 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong>\u00a0Rinse and drain the soaked chickpeas and then pulse in a food processor with a half-small onion, garlic, parsley,\u00a0cumin\u00a0powder, coriander powder, salt, and paprika.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Mince to a coarse and granular texture, not smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4:<\/strong> Transfer into a bowl. Combine with sesame seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to up to even overnight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/strong> When you\u2019re ready to air fry falafel, mix in baking powder. Shape the mixture into balls. Flatten it slightly with your palm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 7:<\/strong> Brush both sides of the falafel with olive oil. Place in the basket of the air fryer in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/strong> Flip the falafels and air fry for another 5 to 6 minutes or until crispy, brown, and cooked through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step:<\/strong> Serve!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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