Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Falafel Burgers is made with chickpeas, carrots, spring onions, parsley, gram flour, baharat spice mix, and sesame seeds. This recipe creates crispy, spiced falafel patties served in a bun with a fresh salad and creamy yoghurt sauce. It takes about 29 minutes to prepare and serves 2.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Falafel Burgers Ingredients
- 1 x 400g tin of chickpeas
- 2 carrots
- 2 spring onions
- ½ a bunch of flat-leaf parsley (15g)
- 2 heaped tbsp gram flour
- 2½ tsp baharat spice mix
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 bread buns
- 1 small clove of garlic
- 2 heaped tbsp natural yoghurt
How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Falafel Burgers
- Make the Falafel Mix: Drain chickpeas and add to food processor with 1 chopped carrot, trimmed spring onions, parsley stalks, gram flour, 2 tsp baharat, salt, and pepper. Blitz until well combined.
- Shape and Coat Patties: Divide into two patties, 2cm thick. Press sesame seeds onto both sides.
- Air-Fry the Burgers: Cook in the air fryer at 180ºC for 15 minutes, adding buns cut-side up in the final minute.
- Make the Salad: Peel the remaining carrot into ribbons, toss with parsley leaves, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and season.
- Mix the Yoghurt Sauce: Grate garlic into a bowl, stir in yoghurt and remaining ½ tsp baharat, season, and spread inside buns. Assemble burgers with falafel patties, salad, and sauce.
Recipe Tips
- Use Vegan Alternatives: Swap buns and yoghurt for vegan versions for a fully plant-based meal.
- Press the Sesame Seeds Well: Helps the seeds stick and adds crunch.
- Avoid Over-Blending: Keep some texture in the falafel for a better bite.
- Add More Herbs: Fresh mint or coriander can lift the flavor even more.
- Serve Fresh: Best enjoyed straight from the fryer for ultimate crispiness.
What To Serve With Falafel Burgers
These falafel burgers go well with sweet potato fries, cucumber salad, or a side of hummus and pita chips. Serve with mint lemonade, ginger iced tea, or a tangy tamarind drink.
How To Store Falafel Burgers
Refrigerate: Store leftover patties in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer at 160ºC until hot.
Freeze: Shape uncooked patties and freeze on a tray. Transfer to bags once frozen and cook directly from frozen, adding 3–5 minutes.
Falafel Burgers Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 590
- Total Fat: 16.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.7g
- Carbohydrates: 84.4g
- Sugar: 10.7g
- Protein: 17.6g
- Sodium: 1.7g
FAQs
Is baharat very spicy?
No, it’s a warm, fragrant spice blend—mild but flavorful.
Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, just use gluten-free buns and ensure all other ingredients are certified GF.
Can I bake instead of air-fry?
Yes, but air-frying gives better crispiness. Bake at 200ºC for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
What can I substitute for gram flour?
Chickpea flour or even wholemeal flour works in a pinch.
Can I make smaller patties?
AbsolutAbsolutely—mini falafel sliders are great for parties or kids.ely—mini falafel sliders are great for parties or kids.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Falafel Burgers
Course: DinnerCuisine: Middle Eastern-InspiredDifficulty: Easy2
servings14
15
minutes590
kcalCrispy chickpea falafel burgers packed with spices and sesame seeds, layered with fresh carrot salad and yoghurt sauce in a soft bun.
Ingredients
1 x 400g tin of chickpeas
2 carrots
2 spring onions
½ bunch flat-leaf parsley (15g)
2 heaped tbsp gram flour
2½ tsp baharat spice mix
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 bread buns
1 small clove garlic
2 heaped tbsp natural yoghurt
Directions
- Blitz chickpeas, 1 carrot, onions, parsley stalks, gram flour, 2 tsp spice, salt, pepper.
- Shape into 2 patties, press sesame seeds on both sides.
- Air-fry at 180ºC for 15 mins, add buns cut-side up in final minute.
- Toss carrot ribbons with parsley, vinegar, oil, salt.
- Mix garlic, yoghurt, ½ tsp spice, season, spread in buns, assemble burgers.
Notes
- Press sesame seeds firmly for best adherence.
- Avoid over-processing falafel for good texture.
- Add extra veg or greens to the salad if desired.
- Use chilled patties for easier shaping and crispier results.