Mosswood Herb Falafel

Description

Crisp chickpea bites loaded with parsley, coriander and gentle spice, served with a lemony green sauce.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Made for sharing before the main feast
Bold flavour with an easy method
Ideal for tavern nights and gatherings

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

400g tin chickpeas, drained and dried
1 small onion
2 cloves garlic
Large handful parsley
Large handful coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp plain flour
½ tsp baking powder
Oil for frying

Method

Step 1

Pulse the chickpeas, onion, garlic, herbs and cumin until finely chopped.

Step 2

Mix in flour and baking powder, season and shape into small patties.

Step 3

Chill for 15 minutes while a thin layer of oil heats.

Step 4

Cook for 3–4 minutes per side and serve with a lemony herb yoghurt.

🐉 Dragon’s Tip

Dry chickpeas make a firmer mixture that holds together more easily.

Adventurer’s Notes

Serve this starter as part of a mixed sharing board, or double the quantities when a larger adventuring party gathers at the table.

Lore of the Hoard

The Green Dragon kitchens serve this dish as the first welcome to a feast: a small plate designed to wake the appetite and hint at the flavours still to come.

Mosswood Herb Falafel