Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce

Sean's Falafel and Cucumber Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    4.6K

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with these crispy, golden-brown falafel nestled in warm pita bread, generously topped with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt sauce and juicy tomatoes. A delightful vegetarian dish that's both satisfying and healthy!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    60 g
  • Cholesterol
    50 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    15 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    1580 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Make the Cucumber Sauce: In a small bowl, gently combine the yogurt, finely chopped cucumber, mayonnaise, and dried dill weed. Season with salt and pepper to your liking. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are incorporated. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (Prep time: 5 minutes, Chill time: 30+ minutes)

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Recipe View Prepare the Falafel Mixture: In a large bowl, mash the drained chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until you achieve a thick, pasty consistency. Avoid using a blender or food processor, as this will result in a texture that is too thin. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View Blend Aromatics: Combine the chopped onion, fresh parsley, and garlic cloves in a blender. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped and almost smooth. Add this aromatic blend to the mashed chickpeas and stir until thoroughly combined. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, lemon juice, baking powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture over the chickpea mixture, then add the olive oil. Gradually incorporate the bread crumbs, mixing a little at a time, until the mixture holds its shape but remains moist and not overly sticky. Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized balls, then gently flatten each ball into a patty shape. (Prep time: 15 minutes)

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Recipe View Fry the Falafel: Heat approximately 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Carefully place the falafel patties in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the skillet. Fry the falafel until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping them gently halfway through cooking. Remove the fried falafel from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. (Cook time: 10-12 minutes)

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Recipe View Assemble and Serve: Warm the pita bread halves. Place two falafel patties in each pita half. Top generously with the chopped tomatoes and a generous dollop of the chilled cucumber sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy! (Prep time: 5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try soaking the dried chickpeas overnight and then cooking them before mashing.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your spice preference.
Serve with a side of tahini sauce or a sprinkle of sumac for added flavor.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread crumbs.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 1.5K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Jean Gutmann

    The key is to not over-process the chickpeas. Keep them a little chunky for the best texture.

  • Cecil Lueilwitz

    Baking the falafel instead of frying is a great healthy alternative. They still came out great!

  • Ransom Schaden

    I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!

  • Mckenzie Skiles

    This is the best falafel recipe I've ever tried!

  • Johnson Bednar

    I found that chilling the falafel mixture for about 30 minutes before forming the patties helps them hold their shape better during frying.

  • Maximillian Collier

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Even a beginner cook like me could make it.

  • Randy Schaden

    I added a little bit of mint to the cucumber sauce and it was delicious!

  • Trey Hansenernser

    This recipe is amazing! The cucumber sauce is so refreshing and the falafel are perfectly crispy.

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