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Appetizer | Main Course | Side Dish

Spicy Falafel Stuffed Pitas

Crispy on the outside, flavorful on the inside, these spicy falafel stuffed pitas are a uniquely delicious main dish that can be whipped up for lunch or dinner!


Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Yield4 pitas

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cans of chickpeas
  • 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (diced)
  • 1 bunch EACH cilantro and parsley (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1-2 tbsp harissa paste (depending on your spice tolerance)
  • 1 tsp EACH coriander and cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt and pepper
  • 1/2 c olive oil (divided)
  • 4 large pitas (sliced in half*)
  • Tzatziki and tahini (for serving)

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In the bowl of a large food processor, pulse together the chickpeas, onion, garlic, cilantro, parsley, harissa, spices, and 1/4 c of olive oil until it forms a paste. Taste the mixture add more spices, salt, or pepper, to your preference.
  • Scoop the chickpea mixture into the pitas.
  • Pour the remaining 1/4 c of olive oil into a pan, and heat it on a medium flame. Working in batches, place the pitas chickpea-side down in the skillet, and cook for about 3 minutes or until the chickpea mixture browns.
  • Flip the pitas onto their sides and cook on both sides for about 3 minutes, until the pita bread gets crispy.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 F. Spray a baking pan with non-stick spray.
  • Lay the pitas on the baking pan and bake for about 10 minutes, flipping them over once.
  • Serve each pita drizzled with tzatziki, tahini, and a sprinkle of cilantro and parsley.