BAKED FALAFEL AND TZATZIKI SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: dried chickpea, water, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, fresh mint, garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, toasted sesame seed, salt, pepper, olive oil, cucumber, greek yogurt, fresh mint, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice
Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Categories Snacks
Yield 16 falafels
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Soak the chickpeas in the water for at least one night, ensuring that the chickpeas are fully submerged.
- Drain the chickpeas in a colander. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and add the chickpeas. Cover with more paper towels and let dry for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180 °C).
- Add the dried chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, coriander, mint, 5 cloves of garlic, onion, paprika, 2 teaspoons of cumin, ground coriander, baking soda, toasted sesame seeds, salt and pepper, in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Use your hands to form falafel the size of a ping pong ball.
- Place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the falafel with olive oil.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- To prepare the tzatziki, cut a cucumber in fourths and remove the seeds.
- Use a box grater to grate the cucumber into a bowl.
- Salt the grated cucumber and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Place the salted cucumber into a sieve and press down with a spatula to remove excess liquid.
- Mix the grated cucumber with Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of mint, the minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Serve the falafel with the tzatziki.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 5 grams
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Onanto Islam
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to make falafel. This recipe is a great addition to my collection.
Tanisha Cynthia
[email protected]This is the best falafel recipe I've ever tried. The falafel is crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Kalpana Tamang
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of falafel, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The falafel was surprisingly delicious.
Melissa Vinroe
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The falafel is so flavorful and the tzatziki sauce is amazing.
Gase Mikaele
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Promise Chinaza
[email protected]I've never had falafel before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This recipe is a keeper.
HIMEL Hasan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the falafel!
Mirabel Esohe
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds in the falafel instead of pine nuts.
Qurban Shehzad production
[email protected]The falafel was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used too much cayenne pepper.
Afrinsiam Siam
[email protected]I'm not vegan, but I'm always looking for ways to eat more plant-based meals. This recipe is a great option.
Hashi Akotar
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
Adam Cabazos
[email protected]I love the versatility of this recipe. I've used it to make falafel wraps, salads, and even burgers.
Parvez Hosoune
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Byamukama Gilbert
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I always have a can or two in my pantry.
Kunsang Sherpa Fg
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the tzatziki sauce. It was still delicious!
Jasmine limbu
[email protected]The falafel was a bit dry for my taste, but the tzatziki sauce helped to balance it out.
siboniso mhlanga
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and protein.
Eric Feistel
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have these on hand.
Salam Lateef
[email protected]The tzatziki sauce is the perfect complement to the falafel. It's tangy, creamy, and refreshing.
gaming boos rubel
[email protected]This was my first time making falafel, and it turned out great! The baked version is so much healthier than the fried version, and it's just as delicious.