Drinks
Crunchy Falafel Bites with Tzatziki Sauce and Pita Chips
⏱ 50 minutes
🍽 8 people
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Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups pita chips
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and grated
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Preparation Steps
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: In a food processor, blend chickpeas until coarsely chopped.
- Step 3: Add flour, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper to the blender. Blend until combined.
- Step 4: Transfer mixture to a bowl and mix in salt and black pepper.
- Step 5: Using hands shape mixture into small balls and flatten slightly.
- Step 6: Place falafel bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Step 8: Meanwhile, mix together yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Step 9: Warm pita chips in the oven by wrapping them in foil and baking at 300°F (150°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Step 10: Serve falafel bites with tzatziki sauce and warm pita chips for a delicious appetizer.
