Baked Falafel

1: Preheat the oven to 425°F.

2: Drain and rinse the chickpeas and add them to a food processor along with the onion, parsley, cilantro, green chile pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, cardamom, and black pepper.

3: Pulse the food processor several times until the mixture is thoroughly blended.

4: Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl and add the chickpea flour. Stir together, then cover or add a lid and refrigerate for 30 minutes to one hour.

5: Form the falafel into balls. If the mixture is too wet, add another tablespoon of chickpea flour.

6: Bake the falafel for 25-30 minutes.

7: Serve over salads or by themselves with a lemon tahini dressing.