Falafel Plate Recipe
Served with yellow rice, mini Greek salad, hummus, and pita.
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Ingredients
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Falafel
Yellow Rice
Mini Greek Salad
Hummus
Pita
Method
Falafel Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a food processor, combine the canned chickpeas (drained), parsley, cilantro, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and flour. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely blended but not pureed.
- 2
Form the Falafel
Scoop out the mixture and form small balls or patties with your hands (about the size of a golf ball). Place them on a plate.
- 3
Fry the Falafel
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the falafel balls in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
Yellow Rice Preparation
- 4
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rice, turmeric, and salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Mini Greek Salad Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Salad
In a bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- 6
Add Feta
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Hummus Preparation
- 7
Blend the Hummus
In a food processor, combine the canned chickpeas (drained), tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if necessary.
Pita Preparation
- 8
Warm the Pita
Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet for a few minutes until soft and pliable.
