Falafel

Egypt/Middle EastAncientChickpeas/Fava beans/Herbs
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.