Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPetra CafeVegetarian Platter Recipe

Vegetarian Platter Recipe

Inspired by Petra Cafe
Time1h
Serves4

A selection of falafel, hummus, and tabbouleh.

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Ingredients

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Falafel

Hummus

Tabbouleh

Method

Falafel

  1. 1

    Prepare the Falafel Mixture

    In a food processor, combine the canned chickpeas, fresh parsley, garlic cloves, ground cumin, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until the mixture is coarse but well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Falafel

    Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour until just combined. Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.

  3. 3

    Fry the Falafel

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the falafel balls and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Hummus

  1. 4

    Blend the Hummus Ingredients

    In a food processor, add the canned chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic clove, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth, adjusting the consistency with additional water if necessary.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Tabbouleh

  1. 6

    Prepare the Bulgur

    Rinse the bulgur wheat under cold water and then soak it in boiling water for about 10-15 minutes until softened. Drain and let it cool.

  2. 7

    Mix the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the cooled bulgur, finely chopped parsley, mint, diced tomato, and diced cucumber. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt. Toss to combine.

  3. 8

    Chill and Serve

    Let the tabbouleh sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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