Superfood falafels - vegan + gf

Falafels are definitely something my life would not be complete without! Shop bought ones are often full of unnecessary added ingredients so I like to make up a batch of my own so I can suit them to my personal tastes!

These lovely green ones contain Aduna moringa powder so they are packed full of iron, vitamin K and plant protein too! Perfect for vegans or anyone looking to move over to a less meat orientated diet.

Serve them cold, warm in a pitta, on their own or as part of a bowl of veg. I love mine with fresh salsa and my go-to beetroot hummus!

RECIPE (Makes about 15 medium falafels)

Ingredients:

6 cloves garlic, peeled 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained Large handful of fresh parsley Large handful of coriander ½ small red onion diced 1/3 cup rice flour (or other gf variety) 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice ½ Tbsp Aduna Moringa Powder 1 ½ tsp gf baking powder 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp black pepper ++ 4-5 tbsp coconut oil (for frying)

Method:

Add all of the ingredients to a food processor and pulse until smooth and evenly combined. Then transfer the mixture to a bowl and cover with cling film.

Place in the fridge for up to an hour or until chilled so that the mixture becomes more malleable. Roll out a large piece of baking paper on a flat surface.

Remove your falafel mixture from the fridge and roll 2Tbsp at a time into small bowls (you may need to wash and dry your hands part way through if it is a little sticky).

Place the ball on the baking paper, and flatten into a pattie about 10cm thick. Continue this step until all the mixture has been used up.

Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a large skillet or flat frying pan over a medium/ high heat.

In batches of 4 or 5, transfer the falafels to the sizzling oil and fry for 2 minutes on each side or until both are lightly browned.

Remove from the pan and place on a plate lined with kitchen roll. Add the next batch and so on until all of the falafels are crisp and cooked adding a little extra oil if necessary.

Serve however you please!

*Falafels can be frozen/ kept in a sir tight container in the fridge for up to a week!