Mince the soaked and drained chickpeas, parsley, onion ,garlic in a food processor or in a mini chopper.
Add the spices and salt.After adding the salt,moisture may seep out from the mix.
Add flour or chick pea flour which willa bsorb the extra moisture.
Add the baking powder.Combine everything together.
Shape the falafels
Shape the falafels into patties or round balls.
Fry/Bake the falafels
Fry the falafels at medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
TO BAKE FALAFELS: heat oven to 375 F. Place balls on a greased parchment lined baking sheet. Brush or spray the tops with Olive oil. Bake 12-15 minutes, flip and bake 10-15 more minutes or until golden.