MUSHROOM FALAFEL GYRO AND LEMONY GREEN BEANS
You won't miss the meat in this gyro-falafel mashup! Falafel is a Middle Eastern specialty made from ground chickpeas. This recipe adds mushrooms to give the falafel a meatier texture reminiscent of Greek gyros. It's served in a pita with tangy cucumber-yogurt sauce to add brightness.
Provided by Carla Hall
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the mushroom falafel: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Cut the mushrooms into large chunks and spread on a large, rimmed sheet tray. Toss with the olive oil and thyme. Roast, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and a majority of the liquid is evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
- To the bowl of a food processor, add the chickpeas, panko, parsley, cumin, cayenne, garlic, egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the cooled roasted mushrooms. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed (about 10 pulses), scraping down the sides of the food processor as necessary. Scoop 1/4-cup portions of the mushroom mixture and shape into 1/2-inch-thick patties.
- Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook, turning once, until evenly browned, 3 minutes per side. Season with salt to taste.
- For the lemony green beans: To a small bowl, add the tarragon, lemon zest and 1 tablespoon salt. Mix to combine, then set aside.
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil and generously season with salt. Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain, then immediately transfer the green beans to the ice water. When cool, drain well and slice into 1/4-inch-thick pieces.
- Add the green beans to a bowl, toss with the olive oil and season to taste with the seasoned lemon salt; toss to coat. There will be leftover lemon salt.
- For the cucumber yogurt sauce: Stir together the cucumber, yogurt, sour cream, cumin, salt and garlic in a medium bowl.
- To assemble: Brush the pita with olive oil. Toast over an open flame or in a pan set over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, 1 minute. Toss the cut tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Cut each pita in half, then stuff with the cucumber yogurt, 2 falafels, more cucumber yogurt, the lemony green beans and cherry tomatoes. Serve with more cucumber yogurt on the side if desired.
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Shahrair Aminul
[email protected]This is the best mushroom falafel recipe I've ever tried. Thanks for sharing!
mark taylor
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!
Mahmood ali
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any fan of falafel or gyros.
Fazlemoula khan
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Alice's recipes. She always has great ideas and this mushroom falafel gyro is no exception.
Edmon Jovial
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Romanur Hasan
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. The mushroom falafel is a great source of protein and the lemony green beans are packed with vitamins.
Kannan Sathasivam
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The lemony green beans were a hit with my picky eaters!
Hkhk111 Hkhk111
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved this recipe. The mushroom falafel was so flavorful and the lemony green beans were a great addition.
Reggie 8723
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the mushroom falafel and the lemony green beans.
Hack Seller
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The mushroom falafel was delicious and the lemony green beans were a perfect side dish.
Potato kat
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it turned out great!
Pubgisgood Good
[email protected]The mushroom falafel was a bit dry, but the lemony green beans were delicious.
Devendra Ayadi
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The mushroom falafel was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the lemony green beans were a great complement.
MDkhirul MDkhirul
[email protected]Made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The mushroom falafel was flavorful and moist, and the lemony green beans were a perfect side dish.
attaur rehman
[email protected]Loved the recipe. Falafel was perfectly crispy and the lemony green beans were a great addition. Definitely recommend!
Jaylan Simmons
[email protected]These mushroom falafel gyros were a hit! The flavors were amazing, and the gyros were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.