Falafel is a Mediterranean food made with chickpeas or fava beans, herbs, and spices. They are vegan, gluten-free, and usually round in shape or sometimes in form of a patty.
Falafel is popularly served with hummus and also filled in pita pockets to make falafel wraps.
Making falafel from scratch can be time-consuming and sometimes you just want a few to make wraps or a bigger batch for a potluck or party.
Frozen falafel balls are very handy in such situations. They are usually found in the frozen section in some stores like Trader Joe's and Target.
Frozen falafel can be cooked in the traditional way by deep-frying or in a healthier alternative way by cooking in the oven or air fryer.
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How to cook frozen falafel?
Frozen falafel can be baked in the oven, deep-fried in oil on medium heat, or cooked in the air fryer.
To bake frozen falafel in the oven, preheat the oven to 350° F, and then line the frozen falafel in a baking tray. Bake the falafel in the oven for about 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown in color.
Once in a while, you may want to enjoy deep-fried food, and frozen falafel, just like other frozen items, can be deep-fried in the oil on medium-high flame until golden brown.
How do you thaw frozen falafel balls?
Usually, there is no need to thaw frozen falafel balls. You can cook them directly from frozen using any of the methods - oven, deep frying, or in the air fryer.
However, if you want to thaw them, you can place them in the fridge overnight or defrost them in the microwave.
Can you cook frozen falafel in an air fryer?
Frozen falafel balls can be cooked in the air fryer in a matter of minutes. First, preheat the air fryer to 360 °F. Then line the frozen falafel in the air fryer basket.
Air fry the frozen falafels for about 8 minutes until golden brown. Depending on the size of the falafel, you may have to cook it for a few more minutes.
Once the falafel turns golden brown, you may also see some oil oozing out. This is a good sign that the falafel is well done in the air fryer.
How long to air fry frozen falafel?
Frozen falafel takes about 8-10 minutes to get cooked in the air fryer. The time usually depends on the size of the falafel, and the amount of falafel being air fried.
What to serve with falafel?
Falafel can be served as a side dish or an appetizer. It is usually served on a Mediterranean platter with dips like hummus, tzatziki sauce, and tahini sauce.
Falafel wraps are a popular choice among vegetarians who enjoy Mediterranean food. They are made by filling pita bread pockets with falafel patties, hummus, tzatziki sauce, herbs, lettuce, and tomatoes.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Frozen Falafel
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 count Falafel (frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 °F for 5 minutes.
- Place 6 or more frozen falafel pieces in the air fryer.
- Cook for 8 minutes at 360 °F for 8 minutes.
- The falafel will turn golden brown and are ready.
- If needed air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Notes
- If the package instructions mention to thaw or defrost the frozen falafel before cooking, then defrost them in the microwave before air frying.
- Depending on the size of the falafel, it may take additional 2-5 minutes for air frying.
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