Easy Homemade Air Fryer Falafel (Crispy, Fresh, No Deep Frying)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (300 g) dried chickpeas, soaked 18-24 hours and drained
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, for soaking
• 1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
• 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 small yellow onion, roughly chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons chickpea flour, plus more if needed
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
• Olive oil spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
• Tahini sauce, pita, cucumber, tomato, lettuce, and lemon wedges