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falafel

Traditional dish from Egypt

Must Try Street Food Vegetarian

About falafel

Egyptian fried bean dish

Falafel is a deep-fried ball or patty-shaped fritter of Egyptian origin that features in Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Levantine cuisines. It is made from ground fava beans, chickpeas, or both, and mixed with herbs and spices before frying.

Components

  • chickpea
  • coriander seed
  • cumin seed
  • broad bean
  • mahleb

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Egypt
Traditional Egypt cuisine

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