FALAFEL BURGER

Falafel Burger

Ingredients

• Chickpeas -1 Cup (Soaked Overnight, Makes Approximately 1 & ½ Cups Soaked Chickpeas)
• Of Garlic-3-4 Cloves
• Spring Onion (Along With the Green)-1/4 Cup
• Fresh Coriander-1/2 Cup
• Cumin Powder-3/4 Teaspoon
• Coriander Powder-1/2 Teaspoon
• Black Pepper Powder-1/2 Teaspoon
•  Red Chilli Flakes or Powder-3/4 Teaspoon
• Lime Juice-11/2 Tablespoon
• Baking Powder-1/4 Teaspoon (Optional)
• Oil-For Frying
• Salt -To Taste

For Assembling

• Burger Buns
• Mayonnaise-6 Teaspoon
• Ketchup-6 Teaspoon
• Cheese Slice-6 Pieces
• Lettuce Leaves

Method

STEP-1

Soak the chickpeas in water overnight. Drain the soaked chickpeas and pat them dry.

STEP-2

Add all the above ingredients in a food processor or grinder and grind it (do not grind it to fine paste). Cool it covered in the refrigerator for few minutes.

STEP-3

Divide the mixture into 6 even balls. With your hands, form each ball into a 3/4-inch-thick patty. Set aside. 

STEP-4

Heat enough oil in a wok/pan. Fry the patties on a medium heat until golden and crispy on all sides, flipping turning continuously.

For assembling

STEP-5

Spread 1 teaspoon of ketchup, if using, evenly among the bun bottoms, top with lettuce leaves tomato, onion and the patties, cheese slice,spoon the mayonnaise (1 teaspoon) on top, and close up. Serve right away.