Dinner for 3
Homemade Falafel
Chickpeas, herbs, garlic, lemon, and spices form small patties that fry in oil until crisp and browned.
$5.24for 4 servings
$1.31 per serving$5.24 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 3servings (the source says 15, which counts pieces)
- $typical cost tier
Middle EasternVegetarianVeganDairy-freeBudgetFamilyDinners
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Canned beans$0.09/oz typical | 15 oz | $1.35Typical price |
| Red onions$1.49/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.56Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.50Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | 1 | $0.60Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $3.93 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
FlourBaking powder and sodaDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepperOlive and cooking oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas
- 1/2 small red onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup fresh parsley
- 1/3 cup cilantro
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Steps
- Pulse the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, flour, lemon juice, baking powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor for 5 minutes.
- Rest the mixture for 5 minutes so it thickens.
- Shape the mixture into 15 small balls or patties during 5 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat and fry the falafel in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned.
- Drain the falafel on a plate for 3 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Red onions for Onionsabout $0.20/lb less at typical prices
- Canned beans for Dried beans and lentilsabout $0.02/oz more at typical prices
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