Soybean Falafel

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 1
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 312.4
  • Total Fat: 8.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 297.7 mg
  • Total Carbs: 46.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 10.6 g
  • Protein: 19.7 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Soybean Falafel calories by ingredient


Introduction

A slightly higher protein version of traditional falafel A slightly higher protein version of traditional falafel
Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

    1 (15oz) can Soybeans - drained, reserve liquid
    1/2 large onion - chopped in chunks
    6-8 cloves garlic
    1 tsp sesame seeds
    2 tsp cumin
    bread crumbs from 1 slice bread (or about 3 tbsp flour)
    salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Combine beans, onion, garlic, sesame seeds in food processor and process till a thick paste consistency. Add liquid as needed to keep from clumping too much.

Put in bowl, process the slice of bread to make crumbs. Add crumbs and cumin to bean mix and combine.

Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Form in to ping-pong sized balls, put in lightly oiled (or use non-stick spray), pre-heated skillet over medium heat. Flatten slightly into patties and cook about 2-3 minutes per side.

Serve as side item, main course, in sandwiches, or with salad.

Traditionally served with tahini sauce, but try other sauces from fat-free sour cream, to tzitki, to ranch dressing.

Number of Servings: 1

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user RPORTINGA.