I do remember when he lived on his own for a year, and he was trying a number of different recipes (maybe some weren’t good? I’m not sure, I can’t remember). But, I do remember having falafels. I believe that he made them once, and then we bought them a few times. Strange how I can’t recall where I’ve eaten them, but I do know that these tasted EXACTLY like those did. Maybe my memory is all in taste, I’m not sure.
I made these gluten-free Falafels for supper a while ago, and we both were taken back to our earlier days, when we were care-free, debt-free, childless and without responsibility. It is amazing when a meal can do that to you.
And guess what? The kids loved them! BONUS! So, we will definitely be making these again, just next time, I will look into baking them. I was attempting to bake a gluten free pita bread while making the falafels, so I had to fry them. The pita bread didn’t turn out, but that didn’t get this supper down. I have another recipe for pita bread to try, so I’ll do that next time.
Gluten Free Falafels
Who knew delicious falafels were so easy to make. Serve with chopped tomatoes, diced onion, green pepper, lettuce, tomato, and Tahini sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 can chick peas (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried hot pepper
- 4 cloves of garlic (or less, if you wish)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4-6 tablespoons brown rice flour
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Notes
To bake the falafels, place the patties on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees F for 25 minutes, turning them half way through. I also added 1 tablespoon oil to the mixture before forming them.
Adapted from Epicurious
Susan says
sorry to tell you this…but the forgetfulness you inherited from me…great looking recipe..
Jeanine says
@Susan Ha, yeah, I'll blame you for it. 😉
Nicole says
You have the same memory as my husband! I'm convinced you may be related. The recipe looks great. Can't wait to try it.
Carolyn says
These look really great, I am not surprised your kids liked them! I used to have a fantastic memory…until I had kids. Now I can hardly remember what I did 5 minutes ago!
Jeanine says
@Nicole Ha, maybe we are, and just forget. 😉
@Carolyn That's what I blame it on! Kids & celiacs…I'm sure I have some vitamin/mineral deficiency that is causing my poor memory. Or, it's just early oldtimers. 😉
Carolyn - What Life Dishes Out says
I'm the same way with the memory!! My husband tells me things that happened and half the time, I don't even believe him.
Let me know when you get the pita bread worked out. We have been trying to find a good recipe fo that for a while and no luck so far. When we eat falafal or gyros, my son just uses my gluten free flatbread to wrap around his portions. I've even made it into a circle shape to make it look pita-ish, but it's just not the same!
Anonymous says
Well, I think you have very good taste. ~ Margaret
Jeanine says
@Carolyn – What Life Dishes Out If/When I get the pitas figured out, I'll definitely post!
Jeanine says
@Anonymous Aw, thanks, Margaret!
Lisa says
I read the heading as Gluten Free Truffles… must be the minus 38 celcius and the need for chocolate to survive. I do love falafels and look forward to making these this weekend!
I have no memory except for bad things or weird things…
Jeanine says
@Lisa Glad to see I'm not the only one with a bad memory…well, unless it's weird or bad.
Truffles would be good too, especially when it's still so cold out there. 🙂
Reta says
Hello. I LOVE your site. I look forward to the newest GF creation from you. Could you try and develop a Cream puff or chocolate eclair that is GF? That is the one thing I miss most. Thanks.
Reta
Jeanine says
@Reta, Thank you, Reta!
freeeats says
What a wonderful recipe. I have been missing falafel for a VERY long time. It hadn't even occurred to me to make a gluten-free version. Isn't it funny how we settle to go without things for so long! Thanks for the reminder. My college days were spent devouring those little balls of fried goodness. 🙂
Jeanine says
@freeeats, Glad I can help. 🙂 Some things just go to the back of our mind when they're not naturally GF (or bread, bread stays on a celiacs mind for a while). Hope you enjoy them!
vivi says
Hi Jeanine,
Suberb – I have been wanting to make falafels. Just winder how many will this yield? (Thinking if I need to double it)
Jeanine Friesen says
Thanks for asking, Vivi! I counted today, and had 16 walnut-sized patties from 1 batch.