How to Make Falafel Mushroom Loaf - A Step-by-Step Guide

Falafel Mushroom Loaf is a delicious vegetarian dish that is perfect for those looking for a healthy and hearty meal. This recipe combines the rich, earthy flavor of mushrooms with the fragrant blend of herbs and spices typically used in falafel. The result is a flavorful and satisfying loaf that is great for a family dinner or a special occasion.

The star ingredient of this dish is the mushrooms, which add a meaty texture and savory taste to the loaf. When combined with the tradition...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ¼ pounds cremini mushrooms, trimmed
  • 1 ¼ pounds shiitake mushrooms, trimmed
  • ½ onion, coarsely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • ¾ cup boxed falafel mix
  • ¾ cup coarsely chopped cilantro
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine cremini mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, onion, cumin, coriander, garlic, and cardamom in a large bowl. Place half of the mushroom mixture in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped. Repeat with remaining mushroom mixture.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the chopped mushroom mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until the edges begin to crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Repeat with remaining oil and mushroom mixture.
  • Pulse cannellini beans in the food processor until coarsely chopped; add to the bowl with cooked mushroom mixture. Add falafel mix, cilantro, parsley, egg, and salt. Stir gently to combine. Spoon mixture into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are browned and the center is completely set, 75 to 90 minutes. Cool pan on a wire rack, about 30 minutes. Invert onto a cutting board and slice.
  • Nutrition

    173 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 593mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 310mg