In high school I was blessed to travel to the nation of Israel with my Mom and Dad, it is a trip of many memories for me. Of the many memories, a lunchtime trip to a felafel restaurant. Prior to this trip I had never even heard of felafel, so the idea of going to a restaurant where it was the only choice was a little daunting. As it turns out, this was one of my favorite meals of the entire trip.
Since that trip I eat felafel every chance I get. Fortunately, the large Lebanese population in central Illinois makes this treat easy to come by. However, until this week, I had never made my own.
This Crockpot Felafel recipe was pretty easy to prepare. I used my little food processor on both the chickpeas and the spices, egg, and lemon juice. I used my large scoop to make even portions and then covered the bottom of my 6 quart crock. I cooked these on low for two hours and high for another two. They came out crispy, both top and bottom sides, even though I didn't turn them. Topped with tomato, cucumber, onion, and cucumber sauce and stuffed into these,
they were delicious! I think I would add a bit more seasoning in future. I also want to find a way to get the texture a little finer. Otherwise, easy to make, super easy to cook, healthy, and yummy!
Since that trip I eat felafel every chance I get. Fortunately, the large Lebanese population in central Illinois makes this treat easy to come by. However, until this week, I had never made my own.
This Crockpot Felafel recipe was pretty easy to prepare. I used my little food processor on both the chickpeas and the spices, egg, and lemon juice. I used my large scoop to make even portions and then covered the bottom of my 6 quart crock. I cooked these on low for two hours and high for another two. They came out crispy, both top and bottom sides, even though I didn't turn them. Topped with tomato, cucumber, onion, and cucumber sauce and stuffed into these,
they were delicious! I think I would add a bit more seasoning in future. I also want to find a way to get the texture a little finer. Otherwise, easy to make, super easy to cook, healthy, and yummy!
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