If you have tried Middle Eastern cuisine, there's no way you could have missed falafel. The crispy disc-shaped fritter is a delight - whether paired with a dip or stuffed inside a pita bread. In the ...

If you’re a big street food fan, chances are you’ve had a late-night run-in or two with a falafel-stuffed pita as tahini and hummus dripped down your chin (drool). Just me? Here's the lowdown on ...

Falafel is high in micronutrients, fiber, and protein. However, it is typically deep-fried in oil, which raises its fat and calorie content. Falafel is a dish of Middle Eastern origin that’s ...

Crispy on the outside, tender and bursting with fresh herbs on the inside, falafel has grown far beyond its roots as a Middle Eastern street food to become a global favorite. Today, roughly one in 20 ...

Whether in a pita or lafa, with hummus or tahini, this dish is nothing short of emblematic of the region and its culinary traditions. But what exactly are falafels made of? Are they Israeli or Arab?

Falafel can be a tantalizing combination of crunchy and tender—if you make it correctly. Without the proper technique, the balls of beans and herbs might pack together easily, only to fall apart and ...

Falafel is a deep-fried vegetable ball packed with savory Middle Eastern herbs and spices. While there are myriad regional variations to this basic recipe, nearly all forms of falafel are vegan and ...

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The original Mamoun's Falafel has been serving Middle Eastern staples to customers in New York City's Greenwich Village since 1971. New Yorkers highly recommend Mamoun's Falafel for its authentic ...