Step 1 : Introduction to the question "What is the primary ingredient in the Middle Eastern dish of falafel?"
...Falafel is made from fava beans or chickpeas. The use of chickpeas is predominant in most Middle Eastern countries. The dish is usually made with chickpeas in Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine and Syria. Main ingredients: Fava beans or chickpeas Alternative names: Felafel Place of origin: Believed to have originated in ... Serving temperature: Hot What is the main ingredient of Falafel (Middle Eastern food)? -
The main ingredient in an authentic falafel is fava beans. Fava beans are the original ingredient used in this Egyptian food. However, outside of Egypt, the most common main ingredient used are chickpeas/garbanzo beans/hummus.
