Cairo Street Style Falafel Wrap (ويب فلافل بطراز شارع القاهرة)
Experience the bustling flavors of Cairo with our delicious Cairo Street Style Falafel Wrap. This recipe brings together the traditional Egyptian falafel with a modern twist, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal on the go.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 pita bread rounds
- Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and tahini sauce for serving
Instructions
- Drain the soaked chickpeas and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped but not pureed.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the flour and baking powder until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small balls and flatten slightly to form patties.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the falafel patties until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Warm the pita bread rounds and fill each with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and 3-4 falafel patties.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce, wrap tightly, and serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying pan Food processor Mixing bowl
Tools
Chef's knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the falafel wraps with a side of pickled vegetables and a refreshing mint lemonade.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce or sprinkle with sumac before wrapping the falafel.
Cost
$10