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Falafel with Hummus Plate

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A delicious Middle Eastern vegetarian dish featuring crispy falafel served with creamy hummus, fresh vegetables, and pita bread.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup hummus
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickled turnips (optional)
  • 2 pita breads

Instructions

  1. Soak chickpeas overnight, then drain and rinse.
  2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarse but well combined.
  3. Add baking powder and mix well. Chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Form mixture into small balls or patties.
  5. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry falafel until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Warm pita bread and slice fresh vegetables.
  7. On a plate, spread a portion of hummus, arrange falafel on top or side, and garnish with sliced tomato, cucumber, pickled turnips, and pita bread.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use dried chickpeas for best texture; canned ones can make the mixture too wet.
  • Bake falafel for a healthier option.
  • Add tahini sauce or hot sauce for extra flavor.

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Keywords: falafel, hummus, vegetarian, Middle Eastern, chickpeas, pita

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