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Crispy Falafel Wrap Recipe with Easy Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy falafel wraps paired with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce, perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight; canned chickpeas won’t crisp up as well)
  • 1 small onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, packed
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, packed
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3–4 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • Vegetable oil for frying (preferably avocado oil)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • 1/2 cucumber, peeled and grated (excess water squeezed out)
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or mint)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 large flatbreads or pita pockets
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Optional: pickled turnips or cucumbers

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup dried chickpeas and soak them in plenty of cold water overnight (about 12 hours). Drain and pat dry before proceeding.
  2. In a food processor, combine soaked chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, cayenne, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand, not a paste.
  3. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in 3 tablespoons of flour. Add more flour if too wet. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Grate peeled cucumber and squeeze out excess water. Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill until serving.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Shape falafel mixture into balls or slightly flattened patties about 1 1/2 inches in diameter using wet hands or a small scoop.
  7. Fry falafel in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  8. Warm flatbreads briefly. Layer shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, and falafel balls. Spoon tzatziki sauce over the top and roll up the wrap tightly.
  9. Serve wraps warm immediately.

Notes

Use dried chickpeas soaked overnight for best texture. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for crispy falafel. Resting the batter helps binding. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea or almond flour. Tzatziki can be made dairy-free by using coconut or almond yogurt. Avoid overcrowding the pan when frying. Reheat falafel in oven to restore crispness; avoid microwave.

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