Description
Traditional Egyptian street food made from fava beans, spices, and herbs.
Technical
The dish involves soaking fava beans overnight, grinding them into a paste, mixing with spices and herbs, shaping into patties or balls, and deep-frying in oil. The high heat of the oil cooks the falafel quickly, creating a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
earthygarlickycumin-spicedherbal (parsley/coriander)toasted sesame
Origin & History
Civilization
Egyptian
Era
19th century
Region