Falafel Pita Sandwich

Name: Falafel Pita Sandwich
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Dried chickpeas', 'amount': '1 cup, soaked overnight'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 small, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced (for falafel) + 1 clove (for tahini sauce)'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/2 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Ground coriander', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Baking powder', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'All-purpose flour', 'amount': '3 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable oil', 'amount': 'for frying'}; {'ingredient': 'Pita bread', 'amount': '4 rounds'}; {'ingredient': 'Lettuce', 'amount': '1 cup, shredded'}; {'ingredient': 'Cucumber', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato', 'amount': '1, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tahini', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Water', 'amount': '1/4 cup (adjust for consistency)'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}

Dive into the vibrant culinary world of the Middle East with this irresistible Falafel Pita Sandwich. Each bite is a celebration of flavor and texture, featuring crispy, golden-brown falafel balls nestled in warm pita bread, paired with a medley of fresh vegetables and a rich, creamy tahini sauce. Originating as a popular street food in Egypt and widely enjoyed across the Levant, falafel has captured hearts around the globe. This delightful sandwich is perfect for lunch or a light dinner, offering a nourishing and satisfying meal that transports you to the bustling markets of Cairo or the vibrant streets of Jerusalem.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Dried chickpeas (1 cup, soaked overnight)
Onion (1 small, chopped)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced (for falafel) + 1 clove (for tahini sauce))
Fresh parsley (1/2 cup, chopped)
Ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
Ground coriander (1 teaspoon)
Salt (1 teaspoon)
Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
All-purpose flour (3 tablespoons)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Pita bread (4 rounds)
Lettuce (1 cup, shredded)
Cucumber (1, sliced)
Tomato (1, sliced)
Tahini (1/2 cup)
Water (1/4 cup (adjust for consistency))
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight. Drain and rinse well before using.
In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, black pepper, baking powder, and all-purpose flour. Pulse until the mixture is well combined and holds together but is not pureed.
Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
While the falafel mixture chills, prepare the tahini sauce. In a bowl, whisk together tahini, water, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat, ensuring there is enough oil to submerge the falafel.
Shape the chilled falafel mixture into small balls or patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Carefully drop them into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Warm the pita bread rounds in a toaster or oven until soft and pliable.
Cut each pita bread in half and gently open the pocket.
Stuff each pita half with a few falafel balls, sliced tomato, cucumber, and shredded lettuce. Drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
Serve the falafel pita sandwiches immediately, garnished with extra parsley or a sprinkle of sumac if desired. Enjoy the burst of flavors!

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 60g • Protein: 15g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 4g

Falafel Pita Sandwich

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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