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Beirut Falafel Pita
Soaked chickpeas, herbs, and spices fry into crisp falafel tucked into pita with tahini.
Medium⏱️ 12 hr 37 min📖 1 min readServes 4~430 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 12 min cook 720 min rest
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 12 h 37 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating12 h
- Cooking12 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For frying
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Sıvı yağ
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) dried chickpeas
- 4 adet pita bread
- 1 demet parsley
- 0.5 demet cilantro
- 1 adet onion
- 3 diş garlic
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) tahini
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) cumin
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the chickpeas in plenty of water for 12 hours and drain.
12 hr720:00 - 2
Pulse chickpeas, herbs, onion, garlic, and spices into a coarse mixture.
- 3
Rest the mixture in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 4
Shape small patties and fry in 175°C oil for 4-5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 5
Serve falafel in pita with tahini sauce and salad.
💡 Tip: Using soaked dried chickpeas instead of canned ones helps falafel hold together.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm in pita with pickles, tomato, and tahini sauce.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
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- Iron
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 78% match~430
kcal calories
15
g protein
56
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 51%Fat 35%
GI 23 · Low GIGL 13 · Medium GL
1.4g
Sugar
3.1g
Fiber
34.4mg
Sodium
21.9g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (78%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Beirut Falafel Pita make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Beirut Falafel Pita take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 12 minutes, including 720 minutes of passive resting; 757 minutes in total.Is Beirut Falafel Pita difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Beirut Falafel Pita have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 15g, carbs: 56g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Beirut Falafel Pita contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Beirut Falafel Pita belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Beirut Falafel Pita need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Beirut Falafel Pita filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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