First, pull off the stems of the parsley and coriander leaves. Now, put the soaked chickpeas*, garlic cloves, coriander leaves, parsley, and red chili in a hand-blender and hand-grind it until the mixture is even and finely ground.

Tip: To check whether your mixture is ready, take a handful of it, and make it into a ball. If it doesn't break apart, it is ready!

Tip: If your mixture isn't binding try adding 1 tbsp. plain flour in it.

Now take out a frying pan and place it on your stove. Pour your vegetable oil into the frying pan and turn your stove on medium heat.

Tip: To check whether your oil is hot enough take 1/4 tsp of your mixture and try dipping it in the oil. If a few bubbles rise that means your oil is hot enough for frying. If not, wait for a few more minutes.

Now using your hands, make small balls out of your mixture (oval-shaped) and start frying them until they turn golden brown. Your falafels are now ready!