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Nutritional Values
350kcal
15gProtein
45gCarbs
15gFat
8gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
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Falafel
How to order / say it
Say it
فلافل — [fa-LA-fel]
Order
I'd like the falafel, please.
Locally
أريد الفلافل، من فضلك.
Say locally
Deep-fried balls made from ground chickpeas and spices.
Why try it?
Falafel is a popular street food in Jordan, enjoyed as a vegetarian option. It's a staple in the Mediterranean diet and embodies simplicity and wholesomeness.
How it tastes
Falafel is crispy on the outside with a moist, spiced interior. Typically seasoned with garlic, cumin, and coriander, it delivers a fresh herbaceous flavor.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Originating from Egypt, falafel spread to the Levant region. It became a favored food in Jordan in the mid-20th century and now features prominently in local cuisine.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 250 g chickpeas
- 🧄 1 whole onion
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic
- 🌿 50 g parsley
- 🧂 10 g cumin
- 🌾 10 g baking powder
- 🌾 30 g flour
- 🫒 500 ml oil for frying
Method
- 1 Soak chickpeas overnight and drain.
- 2 Blend chickpeas with onion, garlic, parsley, and spices.
- 3 Shape mixture into balls and fry in oil.
- 4 Serve hot with tahini sauce or salad.
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