The Ultimate Sandwich Experience...Falafel
Have ever had a falafel sandwich? Whether it is yes or no, I believe you will love the recipe I share here for you to try at home. A falafel sandwich is truly an exceptional taste experience!
Packed with flavorful spices and sauces, you have got to try it at least once - that is what I used to say to my kiddies when they turned their noses up at something new :) Leave your comments in the guest book...thanks tons for stopping by.
Let the falafel flavor fest begin!
What You Need For Your Falafel Sandwich
Helping you prep
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Four medium sized pita pockets (cut in half), eight flatbreads; warmed or eight snack size tortillas; warmed. Use store bought or make your own. Here is a great pita pocket recipe. Also found a recipe for homemade flour tortillas.
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Homemade or store bought hummus. Spread a thin layer in each pita half or on each tortilla.
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Prepared falafel...see the recipe below. Snugly tuck two or three of the falafel balls into each pita half or cut falafels in half and place on the tortilla.
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Spoon on freshly made Tabouli. Many specialty stores, such as Trader Joes or QFC have a good quality Tabouli...check freshness date.
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Additional Yummy Toppers...
- Hot sauce...see recipe below
- Finely sliced red cabbage
- Chopped or thinly sliced cucumber
- Squeeze from a lemon slice
- Drizzle of Tahini (ground sesame seeds)
- Sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
- A dollop or two of plain yogurt, drizzle in some honey if you prefer a little sweetness
I have seen some falafel sandwiches on the Internet that use romaine, red or green leaf lettuce. While not typical to The Jerusalem Cafe sandwich that got me hooked, I guess you could try em' that way.
Deep Fryers For Your Kitchen
Great to use for making falafel
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MIU Stovetop Deep Fryer (6 Quart)
Amazon.com Price $68.69
The pot features a large 6-quart capacity for quickly frying anything from chicken to vegetables for the whole family. Its construction provides quick, even heat distribution so foods cook in oil from the inside out.
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T-Fal Uno Deep Fryer (FF1038002 )
Amazon.com Price $69.99Family size that uses 1.6 liters of oil. Automatic lid opening button to open lid without burning your fingers. Folding basket handle for convenient storage.
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Presto Gran Pappy Elite Electric Deep Fryer
Amazon.com Price $39.31Crispy, crunchy deep fried food. Delicious french fries, shrimp, chicken, onion rings and more. Handy scoop lifts, drains, and serves. No messy basket.
- ♥Check out this page of home deep fryers over at Amazon.com.
What Do You Put On Your Falafel Sandwich?
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TravelingRae says:
Hummus. Tabouleh. Cucumber. Tomato. Sweet peppers. Marinated turnip.
Posted June 11, 2011
Are you kidding? This is not for me!
Tabouli Made Easy
My brand recommendation
Casbah Tabouli, 6-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)
Amazon Price: $29.16 (as of 02/17/2012)
Casbah is my go to brand when choosing to make my life a little easier!
Product description: Save time and let this delicious mix do the hard work for you. This Middle Eastern dish of bulgur wheat, chopped tomatoes, onions, parsley and mint is a favorite! Great for appetizers and buffet tables or served along with hummus as a tasty salad.
A Healthy Addition to Your Falafel Sandwich
A drizzle adds a nice finish
Krinos Tahini (Ground Sesame Seeds) 2 Lbs Jar - Imported
Amazon Price: $12.66 (as of 02/17/2012)
Krinos Tahini is a thick paste made from ground sesame seeds. High in protein and other nutrients, it is a flavorful base for appetizer spreads, a topping for pasta or falafel, or an ingredient in soups or salad dressings. Tahini is also ideal for desserts and confections such as halva.
Healthy and Easy Alternative
Tastes like homemade
Casbah Hummus, Garbanzo Bean Dip Mix, 6-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 12)
Amazon Price: $31.32 (as of 02/17/2012)
Another great Casbah product!
Product description: Low fat naturally. Hummus originated in the Fertile Crescent. It is one of the Middle East's most popular specialties. Flavorful cooked garbanzo beans are blended with creamy toasted sesame, lemon juice and crushed garlic. The robust flavor of hummus is universally appealing. At Casbah we produce hummus using a time-honored method from fresh, all-natural ingredients. Come to Casbah - natural foods in good taste.
Easy Falafel Recipe
From Vegetarian Times, July 1993 Issue
I've made these tons of times, here are a few tips...
- Skip the baking step and put them right into hot oil in a deep fryer or large frying pan
- Add 1/2 to one full teaspoon of curry powder for a unique taste
Ingredients
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
- 1 1/2 cup cooked chick peas (garbanzos)
- 1 T fresh lemon juice
- 1 t ground cumin
- 1/2 t basil
- 1/2 t coriander
- 1/2 t thyme
- 1/2 t salt
- 1/2 t hot pepper sauce
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 slices French bread torn & soaked in cold water to cover
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- Extra-virgin olive or canola oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F. Blend garlic, onion & parsley in food processor until finely minced. Add chick peas and blend until finely chopped. Add lemon juice, herbs and spices. Squeeze water out of bread and add to the mixture. Process until well mixed.
Dip your hands into the flour and form mixture into 16 balls, then roll in flour. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, toss and bake for another 10 minutes.
In a heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add falafel balls and fry till golden brown and crispy on all sides. Drain on paper towels.
Falafel - The Stir and Make Alternatives
They are quick, easy AND delicious
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Alwadi Al Akhdar Falafel, Mix (12 Pack)
Amazon.com Price $20.68
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Casbah Falafel Mix (Pack of 12)
Amazon.com Price $26.85
- ♥Check out these additional Falafel Mixes on Amazon.com.
My Fave Vegetarian Cookbook
Check out my review and recipes on this page
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The Vegetarian Epicure Cookbook - A 70'S ClassicI am not sure exactly where I acquired my copy of The Vegetarian Epicure, this I do know...I love this cookbook! If you take a look at my copy you will know straight away the recipes that are my favorites, the pages are dotted with a myriad of ingredients.
- ♥Check out these other Vegetarian Cookbooks over at Amazon.com.
Beautiful Dishes to Serve Your Falafel Sandwich Condiments
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Some Like It Hot
A delicious hot sauce for falafel and more
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 6 T tomato paste
- 2 t red chili paste
- 1 T fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 t ground cumin
- 1 T fresh parsley
- minced
- 1 T cilantro
- minced
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a pot. Over a medium heat, simmer till slightly thickened, should take 5 minutes.
What the Web Says About Falafel Sandwiches
It's Yummy Good
- Comparing fast, casual Mediterranean in Boulder
- A hummus plate, baklava and a falafel sandwich. (CLIFF GRASSMICK) Hours: 11 am-3 pm Monday-Friday. Coming soon, they'll open nights and have a liquor license. I remember asking the guy at Mamoun's, my favorite falafel joint in the West Village of NYC, ...
- Nosh Fest in Cooper City helps feed the hungry
- By Chris Guanche, Forum Publishing Group From pastrami sandwiches to matzo lasagna, traditional and experimental varieties of Jewish food were served up at Nosh Fest III in Cooper City. The festival, in its third year at Temple Beth Emet, ...
- Desert Rose to Bring Unique Mediterranean Flavor to State Street
- Some of the menu items will include; falafel, of course, along with hummus dishes, a Mediterranean meatball sandwich, vegetable sandwiches, a short-rib sandwich and a sandwich item called a shawarma, which will have marinated shredded chicken, ...
- Bryn Mawr gets a vegan treat
- The café, owned and operated by Fernando Peralta, will offer an array of meatless and plant-based options, such as falafel sandwiches with hummus, tomato and spinach, roasted vegetable and portabella mushroom sandwiches, ?cheesesteakless,? vegan tuna ...
Just To Make Ya Smile
I know...groan!
Knock Knock!
Who's there?
Falafel.
Falafel who?
Falafel off his bike and hurt his knee!
Image Credit - I Love Hummus Tee available @ Zazzle
From basic jokes.com
♥You might like to try a yogurt sauce from this page I created...
Yogurt Sauce Recipes - Compliment Your MealThere is no denying the tangy, oft times pungent flavor of a good plain yogurt!
Personally...if I'm in the mood...it's wonderfully yummy just to take a few scoops straight out of the container and gobble it down. Other times...it is a must to mix in flavors to make a sweet or savory yogurt sauce to compliment a meal.
So Are You a Falafel Fan?
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Oct 18, 2011 @ 1:43 pm | delete
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genglo
Oct 16, 2011 @ 6:47 pm | delete
- I love them. I'll have to try the recipe from Veg Times. I usually use the box falafels where you just add water, because my "from scratch" falafels often fall apart. :(
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Kimbesa
Sep 17, 2011 @ 10:19 am | delete
- Yes...love Middle Eastern food
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Aug 31, 2011 @ 2:47 pm | delete
- Glad you got your Purple Star! ;)
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A Food Processor to Make Falafel at Home
Cuisinart DLC-10S Pro Classic 7-Cup Food Processor
Amazon Price: $99.46 (as of 02/17/2012)
Mashing Up Your Falafel Plus More
Cuisinart CSB-76BC SmartStick 200-Watt Immersion Hand Blender, Brushed Chrome
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Baking Your Falafel
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