Falafel

Good nutritional profile

Жареные шарики из нута.

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Фалафель — обжаренные во фритюре шарики из нута или бобов с травами и специями. Хороший источник растительного белка и клетчатки; жарка добавляет жир. Запечённый вариант снижает жир.

High fiber

Macronutrients Distribution

Protein: 13g (20.6%)
Fat: 18g (28.6%)
Carbs: 32g (50.8%)
Fiber: 6g

Basic Nutritional Info

NutrientValueDV
Protein13g23.2%
Fat18g25.7%
Carbs32g10.7%
Simple Sugars11.2gEstimate
Complex Carbs14.8gEstimate
Fiber6g24.0%
Water32g1.3%
Calories33314.8%

Glycemic Index

Low (0-55) Medium (56-69) High (70+)
35

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Fatty Acids Composition

Fatty AcidAmountUnitDV
Saturated6.3g31.5%
Monounsaturated7.2g28.8%
Polyunsaturated4.5g34.6%
Omega-31.35gEstimate
Omega-63.15gEstimate
Trans0g0.0%

Antioxidants

Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.

Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.

CompoundAmountUnit
Vitamin C4mg

Vitamins

VitaminAmountUnitDV
vitamin A45mcg5.0%
vitamin B10.15mg12.5%
vitamin B20.12mg9.2%
vitamin B31.8mg11.3%
vitamin B60.18mg10.6%
vitamin B120.4mcg16.7%
vitamin C4mg4.4%
vitamin D0.3 (12 ME)mcg2.0%
vitamin K8mcg6.7%

Minerals

MineralAmountUnitDV
calcium35mg3.5%
iron1.2mg6.7%
magnesium22mg5.5%
phosphorus110mg15.7%
potassium220mg8.5%
sodium280mg12.2%
zinc1.1mg10.0%

Essential Amino Acids

Amino AcidAmountUnitDVDIAAS
Histidine -
Isoleucine -
Leucine -
Lysine -
Methionine -
Phenylalanine -
Threonine -
Tryptophan -
Valine -

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Snack Difficulty: Medium Servings: 4 Total: 35 min

Ingredients

  • Dried chickpeas, soaked overnight 250 g
  • Onion, chopped 1 small
  • Garlic 3 cloves
  • Fresh parsley 1 cup
  • Fresh cilantro 1/2 cup
  • Ground cumin 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander 1 tsp
  • Baking powder 1/2 tsp
  • Salt 1 tsp
  • Neutral oil for frying 500 ml
Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain the soaked raw chickpeas well; do not use cooked chickpeas or the mixture will fall apart.

  2. 2

    Blend chickpeas with onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander and salt into a coarse, sandy paste.

  3. 3

    Stir in the baking powder, then chill the mixture 30 minutes to firm up.

  4. 4

    Shape into small balls or patties, pressing firmly so they hold together.

  5. 5

    Heat oil to 175 C and fry the falafel in batches 3 to 4 minutes until deep golden and crisp.

  6. 6

    Drain on paper towels and serve warm in pita with tahini sauce and salad.