Sampler Recipe
served with falafel, grape leaves and a side of pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
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Ingredients
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Falafel
Grape Leaves
Tzatziki Sauce
Pita Bread
Method
Falafel
- 1
Prepare Chickpeas
Soak the dried chickpeas in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
- 2
Make Falafel Mixture
In a food processor, combine the soaked chickpeas, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Process until a coarse mixture forms.
- 3
Form Falafel Balls
Shape the mixture into small balls or patties.
- 4
Fry Falafel
In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the falafel balls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Grape Leaves
- 5
- 6
Stuff Grape Leaves
Lay a grape leaf stem-side up, place about 1 tablespoon of the filling at the base, and fold in the sides, then roll tightly.
- 7
Cook Grape Leaves
Place the stuffed grape leaves in a pot, add water to cover, and simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes until the rice is cooked.
Tzatziki Sauce
- 8
Prepare Tzatziki
In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Pita Bread
- 9
Serve Pita Bread
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave before serving.