Easy to make and good to eat on the go, I love this chickpea flour falafel recipe. Gluten-free, dairy free, vegan, and packed full of protein, it’s a chickpea-based dish that doesn’t need any special appliances to make.
As a gluten-free college student, I need good lunchbox meals that are cheap and filling. There’s no better dish than this chickpea flour falafel recipe. Gluten-free and vegan, it’s designed so I don’t need to clean up any big appliances afterward. This is a great recipe if you don’t know what to make with chickpea flour.
I have a lot of food allergies, so I like being clear about what goes into my meals. I’m happy to say this easy chickpea flour falafel recipe is:
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Vegan/Vegetarian
- Grain-free
- Soy free
It couldn’t be simpler to make. You just have to mix all the ingredients, leave for ten minutes, and then fry it up. No blending and no cutting required!
My food processor can’t handle a lot of food at once, so making falafel with traditional dried (or canned) chickpeas became really time-consuming. I’m always running late for class, so it was just an extra headache. Now, all I have to use for this simple falafel recipe is a bowl and pan!
What you need to make this chickpea flour falafel recipe
Ingredients
- Chickpea flour
- Spices: I use parsley flakes, cumin, coriander, and salt
- Baking soda – to make them lighter
- Vegetable oil – I use oil that can withstand the higher heat of frying
Supplies
Health benefits of the main ingredients
Disclaimer: Statements regarding health benefits are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.
Chickpeas
According to WebMD, chickpeas are very high in manganese and folate. They’re a great source of protein and may help manage blood pressure and digestion. Another great way to eat chickpeas is with one of our hummus recipes: gluten-free hummus, red pepper hummus recipe, or beetroot hummus.
Avocado Oil
Healthline says that avocado oil is high in oleic acid, polyunsaturated fats, and antioxidants. Studies indicate it can reduce cholesterol and improve heart health by reducing blood pressure. The antioxidants may benefit cell health and may reduce the risk of age-related eye disease.
Tips for success with this falafel recipe using chickpea flour
This is a pretty easy recipe and shouldn’t take you long to cook. I’ve discovered the following tricks to making it.
- The hot water should not be boiling.
- Let your batter rest for ten minutes after mixing it so that everything can absorb into the flour.
- Shallow-frying your falafels will lead to them being less greasy. When you take them out of the pan, place them on a paper towel to soak up more of the oil.
- Try to eat your falafel with some sauce! Traditional sauces include tahini, tzatziki, and dill sauce. I really like them with sweet chili ginger sauce.
Our chickpea flour falafel recipe (gluten-free, vegan)
Chickpea flour falafel recipe (Gluten Free and Vegan)
Try our easy-to-make falafel recipe made with chickpea flour. It is high in protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. Our falafel patties are great salad toppers or part of a balanced meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 tsp parsley flakes
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup hot water
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
Instructions
Notes
Do not use boiling water. Shallow-frying the falafels and placing them on a paper towel once cooked will lead to less greasy falafels. Try eating them with sweet Thai chilli sauce.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 4 pattiesAmount Per Serving: Calories: 360Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 772mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 5gSugar: 5gProtein: 10g
Nutritional information isn't always accurate and it will vary based on the specific ingredients used.
Thanks for this recipe!
I’ve been able to buy chickpea flour from the bulk section of Winco supermarkets. (Idaho, CA & OR.) I also like to add diced onion, cayenne and garlic powder, in copious amounts, since I like intense flavors. I have also seen versions with baking powder to make it more fluffy. I eat this with Pace Hot Chunky salsa…lol Yum!
Made these tonight – the batter sat for about 45 minutes and was really light and fluffy. Once cooked, they were amazingly crispy outside and cooked perfectly inside. Not dense at all. I used peanut oil – about 3/4 inch – in my turkey deep fryer. This will now be my go-to recipe for falafel – thanks for the recipe!
This looks really interesting. I’ve never seen chickpea flour for sale!
I got some via Amazon!!!
We have a link to the Amazon chickpea flour above. We use organic chickpea flour. Here it is: https://amzn.to/41hy8e4
Love this Chickpea flour falafel recipe (Gluten Free and Vegan) recipe!!! always looking for new gluten free and vegan recipes. It looks delicious and easy to make. Thanks for sharing 🙂
What a great way to use up all the chickpea flour in my pantry!
I just love falafel! 🙂 I have never tried making them myself though. Can’t wait to try this recipe soon!
These are so easy and tasty! Made a delicious lunch and I can’t wait to make them again!
Love how easy this recipe is. It’s perfect for our family!