Chickpea
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The chickpea or chick pea is an annual legume of the family Fabaceae, subfamily Faboideae, cultivated for its edible seeds. Its different types are variously known as gram, Bengal gram, chana, garbanz
Chickpea BNC
Cicer arietinum noir – MHNT
Flowering and fruiting chickpea plant
Chickpea pods
Falafel
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Falafel is a deep-fried ball or patty-shaped fritter of Egyptian origin that features in Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly Levantine cuisines. It is made from ground fava beans, chickpeas, or both,
Chickpea
…Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, used in hummus, and, when soaked and coarsely ground with herbs and spices, then made into patties and fried, falafel. As an important part of Indian cuisine, it is used in salads, soups, stews, and curries. In 2023, India accounted for 75% of global chickpea production…
Falafel balls
Falafel vendor in the Old City of Jerusalem, 1935.
Falafel sandwich in pita
Egyptian falafel patties frying in oil