Falafel, fried in rapeseed oil, homemade

Falafel is a Middle Eastern dish made from chickpeas shaped into balls and deep-fried. The figures here describe homemade falafel fried in rapeseed oil. It mainly provides carbohydrate and fat, with some protein. Per 100g, it contains 16g of carbohydrate, 11g of fat and 6.4g of protein, with an energy content of 764 kJ.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Rapeseed oil mainly supplies unsaturated fats, although the total fat content still contributes to energy intake. For people monitoring salt or energy intake, the recipe and any sauces or accompaniments can affect the amount consumed. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.