Name: Hearty Amman Falafel Wrap with Fresh Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 200 g dried chickpeas; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 60 ml water; Vegetable oil for frying; 4 large pita breads; Sliced cucumber (optional); Shredded lettuce (optional); Diced tomatoes (optional); Sliced radishes (optional); Tahini sauce (optional); Lemon wedges (optional)

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Hearty Amman Falafel Wrap with Fresh Salad

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Welcome to the delightful world of Amman with this Hearty Falafel Wrap! This dish encapsulates the essence of Jordanian street food, featuring crispy falafel made from ground chickpeas and aromatic herbs, wrapped with fresh, vibrant salad. You can customize the toppings to make it uniquely yours! Serve it with simple sides for a truly hearty meal, perfect for any occasion. Let's dive into cooking this beloved classic!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4

Course: Asia

Cuisine: Jordanian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

200 g dried chickpeas
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
60 ml water
Vegetable oil for frying
4 large pita breads
Sliced cucumber optional
Shredded lettuce optional
Diced tomatoes optional
Sliced radishes optional
Tahini sauce optional
Lemon wedges optional

Equipment

Heatproof mixing bowl
Blender or food processor
Frying pan or deep fryer
Slotted spoon
Serving plates

Method

If using dried chickpeas, soak them in cold water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before using.
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, baking powder, cumin, coriander, salt, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and water. Pulse until you have a coarse, chunky mixture. Don't over-process; you want a textured mix.
Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Then, form the mixture into small balls or patties, about the size of a golf ball.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat (about 180°C / 350°F). Fry the falafel balls in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
While the falafel is frying, prepare your salad by mixing cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, and radishes in a bowl.
Once the falafel is cooked, place them inside the pita breads, add the fresh salad, and drizzle with tahini sauce if desired. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this wrap with your favorite toppings!
If you're short on time, you can use store-bought falafel instead.
Enjoy leftovers by storing the falafel separately from the salad and pita bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat the falafel in the oven to keep them crispy before assembling your wrap again.
Happy cooking!

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Hearty Amman Falafel Wrap with Fresh Salad