Ingredients
- Generous amount of vegetable oil for frying
- A quartered onion
- Chopped small green bell pepper
- An egg
- Three garlic cloves
- One package of dry taco seasoning mix
- Two teaspoons of baking powder
- Two teaspoons of peanut oil
- A teaspoon of ground cumin
- A teaspoon of salt
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- A can of drained pinto beans
- A dash of hot sauce, adjusted to personal preference
- Approximately one cup of dry bread crumbs, with more on hand if needed
Step 1
Begin by heating vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan until it reaches 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 2
In a food processor, combine onion, green bell pepper, egg, garlic, taco seasoning, baking powder, peanut oil, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper. Blend until a smooth mixture is achieved.
Step 3
Add pinto beans to the mixture and pulse until they are finely chopped and well incorporated, maintaining a slightly chunky texture.
Step 4
Transfer the bean mixture to a spacious bowl and gently mix in hot sauce.
Step 5
Gradually incorporate just enough bread crumbs into the mixture to create a dough that is cohesive and holds its shape without being overly sticky.
Step 6
Shape the dough into bite-sized balls and carefully drop them into the hot oil for deep-frying, cooking until the falafel turn a rich, deep brown color, usually around 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 7
Remember, it's essential to keep an eye on the falafel while frying to prevent overcooking. Enjoy your flavorful homemade falafel!
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Keep your Southwest falafel fresh by storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help maintain their flavor and texture for longer.
- 2. If you have extra falafel that you won't be able to finish right away, consider freezing them. Simply place them in a freezer-safe bag or container and they'll be good to go for future meals.
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