FALAFEL SANDWICHES WITH SESAME MINT YOGURT SAUCE

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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     main-dish

Time 28m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 (15-ounce) cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
3 to 4 tablespoons, plus 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten with a fork
Salt and pepper
3 quarts vegetable oil, for frying
3 good quality pita breads, cut in 1/2
Sesame Mint Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows
1 English cucumber, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 small head iceberg lettuce, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces
2 cups plain whole-milk yogurt, preferably Greek-style
1 bunch mint leaves, finely chopped
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the garbanzo beans, 3 to 4 tablespoons flour, herbs, garlic, cumin, cayenne, egg, and salt and pepper; pulse together until almost smooth. Transfer mixture to bowl. The mixture should be firm enough to form balls; if not, add additional flour as needed. Shape mixture into balls about 2 inches in diameter. Toss in remaining 1/2 cup flour to coat all over. Set aside until oil is hot enough to fry.
  • Heat oil over medium-high heat until about 375 degrees F. Test with some extra falafel mix to see if the temperature is right; it should sink and rise to the surface and float. Add falafel balls in batches so as not to crowd them and cook until crisp and golden, about 8 minutes. Carefully remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Fill pita halves with a few falafel balls, cucumber, lettuce, onions and peppers, and top with yogurt sauce.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl until well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

EMMA SHKALLA
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Do you have any other recipes for falafel sandwiches?


Rotna Begum
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How can I make the falafel more crispy?


REDTO FF
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Can I use a different type of bread for these sandwiches?


Abby H
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my falafel turned out really dry.


Ista Rai
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Overall, I thought the sandwiches were good, but I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Rajel Ahmed
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The yogurt sauce was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Jart Santos
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I would have liked the falafel to be more crispy.


Kanchan Khanal
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The sandwiches were a bit messy to eat, but they were still delicious.


yasser sxb_cmz
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I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.


Brooklynn Beaulieu
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The falafel was a little dry, but the yogurt sauce helped to balance it out.


sk shuaib
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I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Doxma
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal.


Rohan Raj
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I love the flavors in this dish.


Sanaullah Zamir
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These sandwiches are delicious!


Bahlol Ihsan
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I've never made falafel before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


Asgar Mallah
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These sandwiches are a great way to use up leftover falafel. I usually make a big batch of falafel on the weekend, and then I use it to make sandwiches throughout the week.


Leonard Rowles
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I'm not a huge fan of falafel, but I loved these sandwiches. The yogurt sauce really made the dish.


Asim Baba
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These sandwiches are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I've made them for potlucks, picnics, and even just a quick lunch at home.


Antranete COMPTON
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The falafel is savory and flavorful, the yogurt sauce is creamy and tangy, and the pita bread is soft and chewy. It's the perfect lunch or dinner.


Alex Kihara
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These falafel sandwiches were a hit with my family! The falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the yogurt sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making them again.