Falafel Sandwich

This Falafel Sandwich is a wholesome and flavorful Lebanese breakfast dish, featuring crispy chickpea patties nestled in warm pita bread, topped with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce. It's a delightful way to start your day with plant-based goodness.

Ingredients

• Dried chickpeas - 100g
• Garlic cloves - 2, minced
• Fresh parsley - 30g, chopped
• Cumin powder - 1 tsp
• Coriander powder - 1 tsp
• Baking powder - 1/2 tsp
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
• Olive oil - 2 tbsp (for frying)
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Tahini - 2 tbsp
• Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
• Water - 2 tbsp
• Fresh mint - 10g, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
2. Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then transfer them to a food processor.
3. Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
4. Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse paste, making sure not to over-process it.
5. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
7. Shape the chilled chickpea mixture into small patties or balls, about the size of a golf ball.
8. Fry the patties in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
9. While the falafel is frying, mix tahini, lemon juice, and water in a small bowl to create a smooth sauce.
10. Once the falafel are cooked, drain them on paper towels.
11. To assemble the sandwich, place 2-3 falafel patties in each pita bread, and top with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh mint if using.
12. Drizzle tahini sauce over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion.

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