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Falafel Sandwich Wrap

Cultural Context

Falafel, believed to have originated in the Middle East, is a staple street food made from ground chickpeas or fava beans. Traditionally served in pita bread with fresh vegetables and sauces, falafel wraps embody the region's vibrant flavors and communal dining culture. Today, they are embraced globally, with variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients, making them a beloved choice for a quick and satisfying meal.

Middle EasternGBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup chickpeas (dried)
1 cup leeks, chopped
1 green chili, chopped
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup coriander, chopped
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/2 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon bicarbonate soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup pickled pink turnip, sliced
1/4 cup gherkin, sliced
1/2 cup tahini sauce
4 pieces lebanese bread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

falafel

🥗Healthier: baked falafel

💰Cheaper: chickpea patties

Baked falafel reduces fat content while maintaining flavor.

tahini sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt sauce

💰Cheaper: homemade tahini

Yogurt sauce is lighter and easier to prepare.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain wrap

💰Cheaper: tortilla

Whole grain wraps provide more fiber.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with health benefits.

1

Soak chickpeas in water for at least 15 hours.

2

Blend chickpeas with leeks, green chili, parsley, coriander, fresh garlic, onion, bicarbonate soda, salt, and cold water until mixed.

3

Shape the mixture into balls or patties.

4

Heat oil to 180 degrees Celsius.

5

Fry the falafel for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

6

Prepare the wrap by toasting lebanese bread.

7

Layer the wrap with falafel, pickled pink turnip, gherkin, and tahini sauce.

8

Add chili and other desired fillings.

9

Wrap the bread around the fillings and grill the wrap until heated through.

Cooking Techniques

fryingmixingchoppingwrapping

Equipment Needed

deep panskilletmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianveganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

glutensesame

Also Known As

Falafel WrapFalafel Pita

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