Name: Five vegan middle eastern recipes from History - Ful Medames (Egypt)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 can (or 1.5 cups) cooked fava beans; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp cumin; Juice of 1 lemon; Salt to taste; Chopped parsley and tomatoes for garnish

Five vegan middle eastern recipes from History – Falafel (Egypt → Global)

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Crispy, herb-packed, and naturally vegan—Falafel originated in Egypt and conquered the world with its deep flavor and plant-powered simplicity.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Main Dish
Method: Fried or Baked
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
½ cup fresh parsley
½ cup fresh cilantro
½ onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp coriander
½ tsp baking powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying

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Instructions

Drain and rinse soaked chickpeas. Do not cook them.
Blend all ingredients in a food processor until crumbly but moist.
Chill the mixture for 30 minutes, then form into balls or patties.
Heat oil and fry until golden brown (about 3–4 minutes per side).
Alternatively, bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes.

Notes

Falafel is rich in protein and fiber, easy to prep ahead, and works equally well fried or baked. Serve with tahini sauce and fresh veggies for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 falafel balls
Calories: 300
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://www.joyfulbiterecipes.com/vegan-middle-eastern-recipes/