No-Fry Falafels

By slane2

Ingredients

• 1/3 C bulgur
• 1 t chopped garlic
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 - 398 mL can chick peas, drained
• 1/2 C bread crumbs
• 2 T lemon juice
• 1 t ground cumin
• 1/4 t each salt and pepper
• dash hot pepper sauce
• 1/2 C fresh chopped parsley
• Pita bread, tzatziki, pickles, tomatoes, lettuce for garnish.

Preparation

Step 1

Boil water and pour over bulgur. Cover and let soak for 20-30 minutes. Drain.

In food processor, add garlic, bulgur, chick peas, onion, bread crumbs, lemon juice, spices and parsley. Puree until smooth.

Scoop out to make 12-18 patties and place on greased baking sheet. Mixture will be very sticky.

Spray falafel patties with non-stick spray. Bake at 400 F for 10 minutes. Turn patties and bake for 10 minutes more.

Serve with sauce and condiments in pita bread.