Falafel

food · middle east · vegetarian · delicious

Made from beans. Falafel is made by grinding up chickpeas or fava beans and mixing them with fresh herbs and spices. The mixture is formed into little balls or patties and then deep-fried until they're golden and crispy on the outside.

Egyptian origin. Falafel comes from Egypt originally, but it became super popular throughout the Middle East, especially in countries like Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, and Syria.

Street food favorite. In many Middle Eastern countries, falafel is a beloved street food that people eat in pita bread with tahini sauce, fresh vegetables, and other toppings, kind of like a delicious sandwich.

Crispy outside, fluffy inside. The best falafel has a crunchy, fried exterior that gives way to a soft, fluffy center packed with herby, spicy flavor.

Naturally vegetarian. Because falafel is made from plants, not meat, it's a protein-rich food that vegetarians and vegans love to eat around the world.