Falafel Pita Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 cdried chickpeas
- 4garlic cloves
finely chopped
- 1 smallonion
finely chopped
- 1 cbroccoli florets
- ¾ cfresh coriander
chopped
- ½ cparsley
chopped
- 1 tspcoriander powder
- 1 tspcumin powder
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 1 tspsalt
- pita bread
- hummus
- 1 largetomato
- ½cucumber
- green or black olives
- sambal or hot sauce
optional
Directions
- 1
Leave the chickpeas soaking overnight, at least 12 hours before preparing your falafels.
- 2
Once your chickpeas have been soaking for at least 12 hours, rinse them and remove the excess of water. Add them in a food processor and blend for a couple of seconds.
- 3
Add to the food processor the onion, broccoli, fresh coriander, fresh parsley, coriander powder, cumin powder, black pepper and salt.
- 4
Blend all the ingredients until you have a well-combined mixture. It shouldn't be mushy as the balls will be too dense, but it needs to be blended enough for the dough to not fall apart when frying them.
- 5
Using your hands or using a falafel press, form the dough into round shapes. Make sure the size is not too small or too big. It should be around the size of your palm.
- 6
Heat up some neutral oil in a small frying pan so you don't have to use that much oil. Fry the falafels until they are brown and crispy on the outside. If the falafels are shaped correctly, not much oil will go inside. The inside part will still be really fresh and light.
- 7
Cut the Pita Bread in half, spread some hummus and spicy sauce (optional) on the bread, add some fresh chopped tomatoes and cucumber drizzled with some olive oil, add lettuce and finally the homemade falafels. Top the sandwich with green or black olives. Optionally, can add some yoghurt sauce as well.
Falafel Pita Sandwich
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About this Recipe
Craving the authentic taste of Middle Eastern street food from the comfort of your kitchen? This homemade Falafel Pita Sandwich recipe delivers all the vibrant flavors you love, making it a truly satisfying main course that's perfect for any occasion.
This recipe works by building a robust flavor foundation with fresh, aromatic ingredients. Combining dried chickpeas with generous amounts of finely chopped garlic, onion, fresh coriander, and parsley ensures a deeply authentic and flavorful falafel base. The inclusion of broccoli florets adds a unique touch and subtle freshness, setting your homemade falafel apart.
Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with every bite. You'll enjoy the irresistible aroma of freshly spiced chickpeas, forming the heart of a hearty sandwich. Each Falafel Pita Sandwich offers a wonderful contrast of textures: the tender yet firm falafel, crisp fresh tomato and cucumber slices, and the briny pop of green or black olives, all brought together with creamy hummus and a kick of optional sambal or hot sauce. This recipe is designed to yield 20 satisfying servings, each just 82 calories, making it a substantial yet surprisingly light option for feeding a crowd or enjoying throughout the week.
Customization & Variations
While this recipe features a vibrant mix of fresh herbs and vegetables, you have plenty of room to personalize your sandwich. Feel free to adjust the amount of fresh coriander and parsley to your taste. For those who love heat, don't hesitate to add extra sambal or hot sauce, or even a sprinkle of red pepper flakes into the falafel mixture itself. You can also experiment with different varieties of olives to explore varied briny notes, or add other crisp vegetables like shredded lettuce or pickled turnips for extra crunch.
This Falafel Pita Sandwich is ideal for casual weeknight dinners, lively family gatherings, or as a hearty lunch. Serve these flavorful sandwiches with a simple side salad or a fresh lemon wedge to brighten the overall taste.