Falafel Waffle Falafel Waffle
You know you want to say it again.
It may seem strange to make a savory waffle, but I assure you that this Falafel Waffle is not awful. To make this falafel-like waffle, I used chickpea flour (aka garbanzo bean flour). You can find it at most grocery stores – I know Bob’s Red Mill makes a version.
I’m still new to waffle-making, but this one came out perfectly fluffy. I was amazed since I straight up forgot that I wanted to use baking powder!
I topped it with a #strangebutgood mix of sautéed mushrooms, cabbage, and swordfish tossed with my Healthy BBQ Sauce. If the swordfish is too much for you, you can use any sort of protein. Keep it vegan with tempeh, tofu, or more veggies!
As far as spices, I used my favorite savory combo – cayenne and garlic. You can play with it and use whatever you’re in the mood for. Cumin, oregano, onion powder… it would all be good here!
This might even work as a pancake… I’d add a little more coconut flour or reduce the water to get the batter thick enough.
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Falafel Waffle
- 3 T chickpea flour
- 1/2 T coconut four
- 1 tsp flax
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 1/4 tsp garlic
- 1/4 C water
In a small bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Stir in the water and set aside for 1-2 mins while the waffle make heats up. This allows the batter to thicken slightly.
Pour into waffle iron and cook according to your waffle maker’s instructions. Plate and top as desired.
Makes 1 waffle.
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It was suggested on Instagram that I call these Fawaffels. Brilliant… but I’d already made the image. #bloggerproblems
Have you ever made savory waffles or pancakes?
Do you like falafel?
Debbie @ Live from La Quinta says
Thank you for my vegan version. Now I just need a waffle iron, 🙂
Laura says
There’s a pankcake suggestion too. 🙂
Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says
OMG I totally can’t stop saying it – falafel waffle!
Katie says
You had me at Waffle. YUM!
Khushboo says
You had me at falafel- this looks great! Do you think oat flour (or more chickpea flour) would work instead of the coconut flour? Obvi any falafel waffle deserves a topping of hummus :)!
Laura says
I think it would… just keep in mind that coconut flour is more absorbent, so you might reduce the liquid a bit.
Miss Polkadot says
I hate you. Because I don’t have a waffle iron and need these badly. Or maybe I actually don’t hate you but think you’re genius. Consider me hating on the fact that yourrecipe is genius but I don’t have a waffle iron. You can make me feel reconciled saying these were just as amazing in pancake form. (:
Laura says
Hahaha – I hated everyone before I bought a waffle iron. 🙂
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
You know my thoughts on savoury sexy waffles and ‘cakes.
Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says
Fa-Wa-Ffels – I like it! And I like the idea of a savory waffle.
Kierston says
Okay, I need a waffle machine!
Laura says
YES! I can’t believe I resisted so long.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
That looks delicious!
Kim @ FITsique says
Haha I love your creativity! I’ve been making waffles for almost a year and I have yet to try a savory one!
Laura says
Let me know if you try it! They’re really good. Like quick bread!
Amanda @runtothefinish says
freaking awesome. been waiting for this recipe since you posted on instagram!!
Laura says
Thank you!!! Let me know if you try it out!
Linda @ Fit Fed and Happy says
FERLAUGHPHUL WAAPHLE!!!!!!
It even rhymes, are you the next doctor Seuss?
Dietitian Jess says
I knew you would not disappoint with coming up with a creative waffle recipe within a week! I love falafel… I’ve never made a savory waffle/pancake but I’ve been wanting to and have some ideas pinned, adding this to the list.
Laura says
Thanks! I ‘d love to hear what you try!
Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says
savory waffles sounds delicious!!! I hardly use my waffle maker so this will be a good time to try this recipe.
Laura says
Thanks! Let me know what you think if you do try them!
Maureen says
I have actually been dreaming of a savory waffle I want to try and make! Happy Friday!
Jennifer F says
I love this idea . . . jut I hate cleaning my waffle iron!
Laura says
Right?! I find it hasn’t been bad except for the one time I completely ruined them. Lesson learned!
Heather (Where's the Beach) says
Genius! Just pinned. I have all the ingredients for this gem.
Laura says
Rock on! I want to know how you like them if you try it!
Kanoelani says
Must.Buy.WaffleIron hahahah!!! I love waffles & falafels lol & savory things yummm!! 😀
Laura says
I love saying falafels. LOL!
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says
Even if I hated falafel (which I don’t) I’d still make these just for the name…falafel waffle.
lindsay says
next up, please teach us how to clean a waffle iron in 2 minutes or less. k?
Lindsay @ Lindsay's List says
With you, Linds!
Laura says
It really hasn’t been bad except for the one colossal fail!
Tara @ Sweat like a Pig says
OMG I love falafels!
Tiff @ Love, Sweat, & Beers says
Oh now that’s just fun to say. Never had a savory waffle, but I’ve paired one with bacon, which kinda’ counts right? 😉
Laura says
Mmmm… bacon waffles…
Purelytwins says
love the idea of FALAFEL WAFFLE!!! we love making savory waffles!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious says
Love that you used chickpeas!
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says
Arman’s got me hooked on savory pancakes so I would totally eat this. Just top mine with a bunch of sautéed veggies, some cheese and we’ll call it a day. Oh heck, throw in a little yolk porn too while you’re at it.
Laura says
How about some bacon? You should come to the dark side.
Meghan@CleanEatsFastFeets says
Oh I’ve been there. Not in a couple of years but I was once a card carrying member of the bacon of the month club.
Jody - Fit at 56 says
WAFFLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GiGi Eats says
I still need to get me on the chickpea flour bandwagon. I ate ALL THE HUMMUS and then some last night at dinner….. So OBVIOUSLY I need to incorporate the flour into my lifeeeeee! Maybe I will just throw it up in the air and dance around in it as it falls to the ground! That sounds like FUN! 😀
AwesomelyOZ says
I would’ve never thought to make waffles out of chickpea flour – I didn’t even know that existed! It does look very good though. 🙂 Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend Laura! -Iva
Laura says
Thank you so much! It’s pretty tasty stuff. Happy Hump Day!
Nathalie C. | Devoted Foodie says
Last month Real Food Dad posted a frittaffle recipes (frittata + waffle) that I’ve been wanting to make and now I see this. It looks/sounds delicious! I’m a huge fan of falafel + I love savory crepes. I think I would enjoy a savory waffle…I need to get a waffle maker asap!
Laura says
Ohhhh… I just looked that up. Whoa. Thanks for sharing!!
Hannah says
F*ckit I wish I could afford to fly across the country. 🙁
Laura says
I am in favor of that.
Choc Chip Uru says
I need these waffles in my life. NOW 😛
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Deborah says
seriously yum and very creative!
Francesca says
totally yummy! Adding to the archives 🙂