SMOKIN CHIPOTLE FALAFEL GYROS

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East meets west in this spicy version of falafel. These delicious patties are baked making them a healthier alternative to deep frying. These are very versatile and make a delicious lunch. Developed for RSC #13.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 36m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and well drained
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
4 cardamom pods
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo, minced (For less heat remove the seeds.)
2 green onions, sliced (White and about half of the green part.)
1/4 cup cilantro leaf
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon baking powder
coarse salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 -2 teaspoon olive oil
4 pita breads, 5-inch diameter
1 -1 1/2 cup broccoli, slaw
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 -2 teaspoon adobo sauce (from canned Chipotle peppers)
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/4 cup seedless cucumber, finely diced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Before starting make sure that the chickpeas are well drained and dry. A salad spinner is a great way to eliminate excess water from the chickpeas before placing them on sheets of paper towels to dry or if you don't have a salad spinner, go ahead and place on several sheets of paper towels to dry.
  • With the blade of a chef's knife, break open the cardamom pods and remove seeds. Place the cardamom seeds along with the cumin seeds in a small heavy skillet and toast just until fragrant. Put in a coffee grinder and grind or crush with a mortar and pestle.
  • Add the chickpeas, garlic and chilies to a food processor and pulse several times until mixture is blended and smooth. To the processor add the onions, cilantro leaves, lemon juice, ground spices, baking powder, salt and pepper; pulse to combine. Shape the mixture into 8 small patties and flatten to 1 1/2 to 2 inch diameter.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees, lightly oil a small baking sheet with olive oil, place prepared patties on baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 5 to 8 minutes per side.
  • In a small dish, combine the ingredients for the yogurt sauce; set aside.
  • Warm the pitas in the oven or over an open flame; to assemble, place 2 patties on each of the warmed pitas, spoon yogurt sauce over all and top with broccoli slaw; fold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 742.3, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 12.1

Ayyan Sheik
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I love falafel and gyros, so I was excited to try this recipe. I wasn't disappointed! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.


Gontse Khumalo
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These gyros were easy to make and turned out great! The chipotle flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rhino Concessions
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I'm not a big fan of falafel, but these gyros were surprisingly good. The chipotle flavor was really nice and the falafel was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.


New Id
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These gyros were delicious! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


das sumon
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I made these gyros for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor of the chipotle and the falafel was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Benjamin Van George Jr
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These gyros were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. The falafel was delicious and the chipotle flavor was really unique. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


Md Shohel
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I love falafel and gyros, so I was excited to try this recipe. I wasn't disappointed! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.


Rajaa Awais
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These gyros were easy to make and turned out great! The chipotle flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md Osman
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I'm not a big fan of falafel, but these gyros were surprisingly good. The chipotle flavor was really nice and the falafel was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.


Low good
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These gyros were delicious! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Soraia Oliveira
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I made these gyros for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor of the chipotle and the falafel was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Khan Khan1
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These gyros were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. The falafel was delicious and the chipotle flavor was really unique. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


Egbe Don Benson
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I love falafel and gyros, so I was excited to try this recipe. I wasn't disappointed! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making these again.


Chaks John
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These gyros were easy to make and turned out great! The chipotle flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the falafel was crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md Pathan
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I'm not a big fan of falafel, but these gyros were surprisingly good. The chipotle flavor was really nice and the falafel was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.


Ana F
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I made these gyros for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the chipotle and the falafel was crispy and delicious.


Haneef 166
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These gyros were amazing! The chipotle flavor was perfect and the falafel was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.