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Falafel Wrap with Garlic Tahini Sauce


  • Author: Ethan Brooks
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Delight in this Falafel Wrap with Garlic Tahini Sauce, where crispy chickpeas meet creamy sauce wrapped in soft pita. A flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner!


Ingredients

  • Chickpeas
  • Fresh parsley
  • Cumin
  • Coriander
  • Garlic cloves
  • Tahini
  • Pita bread or wraps
  • Lemon juice
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas or soak dried ones overnight.
  2. In a food processor, blend chickpeas, parsley, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until a coarse mixture forms.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-2 inch balls.
  4. Fry in medium heat oil until golden brown or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes.
  5. For the garlic tahini sauce, mix tahini with minced garlic and lemon juice; gradually add water for desired consistency.
  6. Spread garlic tahini sauce on pita, fill with falafels and fresh veggies, then roll tightly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying/Baking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wrap (200g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 440mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra crunch, chill the falafel mixture before cooking. Substitute chickpeas with black beans for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet.