How to Make Falafels with Yogurt-Dill Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Falafels are a beloved Middle Eastern dish, known for their flavorful combination of chickpeas, herbs, and spices. These crispy, fried fritters are a staple in many cuisines and are a popular street food across the Middle East. They are often served in pita bread with fresh vegetables and a variety of sauces, making for a satisfying and delicious meal.

While traditional falafels are often fried, this recipe offers a healthier alternative by baking the falafels instead. This method red...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and mashed with fork
  • ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 small unpeeled red potato, shredded
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 cup canola oil for frying
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped fresh dill
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine chickpeas, 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs, red potato, red onion, garlic, egg, 1 tablespoon olive oil, cilantro, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
  • Form mixture into 2-inch patties. Place 1/4 cup panko crumbs in a shallow bowl. Gently press patties into the crumbs to coat.
  • Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Fry patties in the hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Set patties aside.
  • Stir yogurt, dill, lemon juice, garlic salt, and white pepper together in a bowl. Serve sauce drizzled over falafels.
  • Nutrition

    329 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 50mg
    • Sodium: 780mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 163mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 538mg