Jul 14 2026
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Falafel Plate Recipe

Inspired by Petra Grill
Time1h
Serves5

5 pieces w/hummus, salad, rice, pita & tahina sauce

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Ingredients

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Falafel

Rice

Tahina Sauce

Pita

Method

Falafel

  1. 1

    Soak Chickpeas

    Soak the dried chickpeas in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

  2. 2

    Prepare Falafel Mixture

    In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and flour. Pulse until a coarse mixture forms.

  3. 3

    Shape Falafel

    Form the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.

  4. 4

    Fry Falafel

    Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry falafel in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Hummus

  1. 5

    Blend Hummus Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine canned chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.

  2. 6

    Adjust Consistency

    If the hummus is too thick, add more water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Salad

  1. 7

    Prepare Salad

    In a bowl, combine diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and shredded lettuce.

  2. 8

    Dress Salad

    Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and toss. Season with salt to taste.

Rice

  1. 9

    Cook Rice

    In a pot, combine basmati rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Tahina Sauce

  1. 10

    Mix Tahina Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and salt until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Pita

  1. 11

    Warm Pita

    Warm pita bread in an oven or on a skillet for a few minutes until soft and pliable.

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