Grilled Falafel

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I love falafel but rarely eat it given that most kinds are fried. Just found this on the internet and it looks like a wonderful option.

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Steps

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Heat the oil in a medium , non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

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Saut onion and garlic until the onion is soft and the garlic golden , about 4 minutes.

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Let cool.

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Place the sauted onion in a blender or food processor.

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Add the chickpeas.

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Pulse to coarsely chop the beans.

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Add cilantro , parsley , rice , curry and cayenne.

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Pulse until all ingredients are finely chopped and evenly distributed.

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Turn the mixture into a bowl.

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Add the juice and 1 / 4 cup of the bread crumbs.

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Have the remaining bread crumbs ready in a shallow dish or bowl.

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With your hands , knead the chickpea mixture until it is like a moist dough.

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Scooping up 1 / 4 cup at a time , form the chickpea mixture into patties.

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Coat lightly with remaining breadcrumbs.

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Repeat , making eight 3-inch patties.

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Heat the grill , griddle , or cast iron skillet.

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Brush lightly with oil.

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Place the patties down an inch apart.

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Cook 4 minutes , until brown in spots.

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Turn and cook another 4 minutes , to brown lightly on second.

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Ingredients

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extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic clove, chickpeas, cilantro leaf, flat leaf parsley, cooked brown rice, curry powder, cayenne pepper, fresh lemon juice, breadcrumbs, pita bread, lettuce, tomatoes