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Falafel with Israeli Salad

Cultural Context

Falafel, believed to have originated in the Middle East, is a popular street food made from ground chickpeas or fava beans. It is often served with Israeli salad, a refreshing mix of diced vegetables, embodying the region's love for fresh ingredients. This dish is a staple in Israeli cuisine and has gained global popularity, with various adaptations found in many cultures, showcasing its versatility and appeal.

Middle EasternILmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup dry chickpeas
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup parsley
1/2 cup cilantro
1/4 cup dill
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
4 pita bread
1 cup cucumbers
1 cup tomatoes
1/2 cup tahini sauce

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

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils provide protein with fewer calories.

tahini

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with less fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain wrap

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain wraps add fiber.

1

Soak dry chickpeas in water for 24 hours with a little baking soda.

2

Pulse soaked chickpeas with parsley, cilantro, dill, onion, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper in a food processor until the right texture is achieved.

3

Chill the falafel mixture for at least one hour or overnight in the fridge.

4

Add baking powder and toasted sesame seeds to the chilled mixture and mix well.

5

Form falafel balls from the mixture, ensuring they are not packed too tightly.

6

Heat oil in a pan and test with one falafel ball to check readiness.

7

Fry falafel balls for about 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.

8

Prepare a falafel pita by adding a layer of Mediterranean salad (cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley) in the pita, followed by falafel and drizzling with tahini sauce.

Cooking Techniques

soakingblendingfryingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

food processordeep skilletmixing bowlpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

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

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

FalafelIsraeli Salad

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