FALAFEL WITH CILANTRO YOGURT IN PITA BREAD

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Falafel with Cilantro Yogurt in Pita Bread image

Provided by Moshe Nov

Categories     Bean     Fry     Yogurt     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Israel

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chopped onion
5 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 15-ounce cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained
3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup all purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 large egg
Olive oil
4 warm pita breads, top third cut off
Sliced tomatoes
Crisp lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk yogurt, 1/2 cup cilantro, 1/4 cup onion, 1 garlic clove, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne in medium bowl to blend; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Blend garbanzo beans, 3 tablespoons flour, cumin, remaining 1/2 cup cilantro, 4 garlic cloves and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne in processor until almost smooth. Add egg and remaining 3/4 cup onion and blend, using on/off turns, until onion is finely chopped. Transfer mixture to bowl; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Shape mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties. Turn patties in remaining 1/2 cup flour to coat on both sides.
  • Pour enough oil into heavy large skillet to coat bottom; heat over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until crisp and golden, about 8 minutes per side. Open pita breads; slide 1 patty, sliced tomato and lettuce into each. Spoon in some yogurt mixture.

Linda LaRue
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my falafel turned out dry and crumbly. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Nasir Kabir
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes and this one is a winner.


Tammy Maduwuba
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the falafel and the cilantro yogurt sauce.


Coast 2 Coasty
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I've tried many falafel recipes, but this one is by far the best. The falafel is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the cilantro yogurt sauce is the perfect complement.


Bantwana Senuka
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This is my go-to falafel recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out great.


Ashraful Haque
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The falafel was bland and the cilantro yogurt sauce was too tangy.


Anita Giri
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this falafel recipe. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Aamir Abbas
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This recipe is a keeper! The falafel was delicious and the cilantro yogurt sauce was a great addition.


Jessy “Gexi” Jessie
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I followed the recipe exactly and the falafel turned out perfect! I will definitely be making this again.


Europe
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The falafel is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the cilantro yogurt sauce is the perfect complement.


Nasiminyu Peace
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The falafel was a bit dry, but the cilantro yogurt sauce helped to make it more moist.


G ZADA
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Delicious! I made this for a party and everyone raved about it.


Dru Sidora
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This was my first time making falafel and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the falafel was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.


Md shemanto
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I'm not a huge fan of falafel, but this recipe changed my mind! The cilantro yogurt sauce is incredible.


youssef YT
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My family loved this falafel recipe! The flavors were amazing and the pita bread was the perfect touch. We will definitely be making this again.