Falafel Pita Sandwich (Printable Recipe)

Crispy falafel, warm pita, fresh veggies and creamy tahini make this sandwich unforgettable.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Falafels

01 - 2 cups dried chickpeas
02 - 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 3/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
06 - 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
07 - 1 teaspoon coriander powder
08 - 1 teaspoon cumin powder
09 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Sandwich Assembly

11 - Pita bread
12 - Hummus
13 - 1 large tomato
14 - 1/2 cucumber
15 - Green or black olives
16 - Sambal or hot sauce, optional

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Soak dried chickpeas in water for at least 12 hours. Drain and rinse before use.
02 - Add chickpeas to a food processor and pulse. Add garlic, onion, broccoli, coriander, parsley, cumin, coriander powder, pepper, and salt. Blend until well combined but not mushy.
03 - Form the blended mixture into balls or patties using hands or a falafel press.
04 - Heat oil and fry falafels until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, bake at 200ºC/400ºF for 12–15 minutes per side.
05 - Chop tomato, cucumber, and desired salad greens. Prepare tahini or preferred sauces.
06 - Cut pita in half, spread hummus, add vegetables and falafels, drizzle with sauce, and serve with olives.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Raw falafel mixture can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for longer preservation.
02 - Broccoli adds a unique twist and boosts the nutritional value of traditional falafels.
03 - Canned chickpeas are not suitable for falafel as they cause the mixture to break apart during cooking.