Crispy Falafel Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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Hot water, as needed.
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt.
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Lettuce leaves.
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1 teaspoon paprika.
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2 garlic cloves, peeled.
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
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Juice of 1 lemon.
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1 tomato, sliced.
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1 large shallot, roughly chopped.
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6 pita breads.
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2 teaspoons ground cumin.
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1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley and cilantro).
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Cooking spray.
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds.
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2 cans chickpeas, drained.
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1 cucumber, sliced.
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced.
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1 teaspoon salt.
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4 tablespoons olive oil.
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1 cup tahini.
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, stir together tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add small amounts of hot water until it’s smooth and spreadable.
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Combine chickpeas, fresh herbs, garlic, shallot, flour, sesame seeds, cumin, paprika, and salt. Pulse in a food processor until it’s a rough blend.
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Roll into 1-inch discs. You’ll end up with roughly 25 to 30 pieces.
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Coat the air fryer with cooking spray. Lay discs inside without stacking. Cook at 350°F for 8 minutes, flip, then cook for 6 more.
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Warm your pita bread in the microwave for 15 seconds to soften. Pack it with falafel, the creamy sauce, and the fresh veggies.
# Notes:
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For deep frying, roll the mixture into balls. Fry at 350°F for about 4 minutes until golden and crispy.
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For pan frying, heat a layer of oil in a cast iron pan. Fry falafel discs on medium-high, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.