Falafel Pita
Falafel is one of the most well-known Middle Eastern dishes, enjoyed in the Mediterranean region for centuries. Made from finely ground chickpeas, these spiced balls have a crispy exterior and a soft interior, perfectly complementing fresh vegetables and creamy tahini. Served in pita bread, falafel is an ideal fast food or vegetarian main course that is increasingly popular worldwide for its healthy and nutritious ingredients.
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Preparation Steps
1
Soak the dried chickpeas in plenty of water for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
2
In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, roughly chopped red onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro. Add the cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, baking powder, and flour. Process until you have a uniform, but slightly coarse mixture.
3
Form the mixture into walnut-sized balls. Place them on a tray and let them rest for 15 minutes.
4
In a deep skillet or pot, heat plenty of oil over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
5
Prepare the tahini sauce: mix the tahini with lemon juice and water. Add finely chopped dill and salt to taste.
6
Slice the cucumber and tomatoes into thin rounds.
7
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or oven until slightly crispy.
8
Fill the warm pitas with fresh vegetables, crispy falafel, and drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
9
Fold the pita and serve immediately, optionally drizzled with a little extra olive oil.
