Fossilized Falafel

Fossilized Falafel is a unique dish from Devonian cuisine that combines the flavors of ancient times with modern ingredients. This recipe will take you on a culinary journey back to the Devonian period, where you can enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal!

Fossilized Falafel

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 4 pita bread rounds
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup tahini sauce

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cover the dried chickpeas with water and let them soak overnight.
  2. Drain the chickpeas and transfer them to a food processor. Add the onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and baking soda. Process until the mixture is finely ground.
  3. Form the mixture into small balls and flatten them slightly to form patties.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the falafel patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Warm the pita bread rounds in the skillet or oven. Stuff each pita with falafel, lettuce, tomato, and drizzle with tahini sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Skillet Food processor Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Fossilized Falafel with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete Devonian meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts to the falafel mixture before cooking.

Cost

$10