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Lemon and Za'atar Classic Middle Eastern Falafel with Tahini and Cumin

Name: Lemon and Za'atar Classic Middle Eastern Falafel with Tahini and Cumin
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpeas, soaked overnight; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 1 small onion, grated; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 cup tahini; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/4 cup water; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp za'atar

Adds a bright citrus note with a savory, herbal finish.

47 minutes4 servings

Method

Mix lemon juice into the tahini sauce. 1: during preparation, add za'atar to the falafel mixture.
Drain soaked chickpeas and blend with breadcrumbs, parsley, onion, cumin, garlic, and salt.
Form into small balls and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a pan, heat oil and fry falafel until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Mix tahini, lemon juice, and water to make sauce. Serve with falafel.

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