Falafel
OriginEgypt/Middle East
YearAncient
Key IngredientsChickpeas/Fava beans/Herbs
About Falafel
Egyptian falafel uses fava beans, the rest of the Middle East uses chickpeas. Debates over Israeli vs Palestinian origin are politically charged. Mentioned in Egyptian Coptic Christian fasting texts. Deep-fried until crispy outside, fluffy inside. The worlds most popular street food.