falafel

Generality

Falafels are foods of plant origin; in short, these are broad bean or chickpea meatballs or raw beans, minced, spiced, salted, breaded and fried.

Falafel have Middle Eastern origins but are progressively reaching all Western nations, where they enjoy considerable success among vegan and vegetarian consumers, who consume them instead of meat. They are generally accompanied by other typical recipes / preparations.

Roots and etymology

Falafel probably have Egyptian roots but are also widespread in Israel, Palestine, Syria and Jordan. The term "falafel" is Arabic and indicates the presence of legumes in the recipe. It is conceivable that falafel represent the Christian alternative of Friday to meat and / or the Jewish alternative to pork.

Falafel recipe