Falafel with garlic tahini sauce recipe

Name: Falafel with garlic tahini sauce recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 95 g (3.4oz) canned chickpeas, drained; 340 g (12oz) ground lamb; 3 tbsp green onions, white and light-green parts only, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 75 g (2.6oz) finely chopped fresh coriander; 40 g (1.4oz) finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp ground black pepper; 1 large pinch cayenne; 120 ml (4.2fl oz) olive oil; 240 ml (8.4fl oz) tahini; 95 g (3.4oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1.25 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

95 g (3.4oz) canned chickpeas, drained
340 g (12oz) ground lamb
3 tbsp green onions, white and light-green parts only, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
75 g (2.6oz) finely chopped fresh coriander
40 g (1.4oz) finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp ground black pepper
1 large pinch cayenne
120 ml (4.2fl oz) olive oil
240 ml (8.4fl oz) tahini
95 g (3.4oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 lemon, juiced
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1.25 tsp salt
0.5 tsp cayenne pepper

1
To make the sauce, combine ingredients in a food processor.
2
As you puree, add 120ml to 180ml of water through feed tube until mixture is smooth.
3
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary - the sauce should be thinner than hummus.
4
For the balls, in a large bowl, mash 95g chickpeas with a potato masher or fork.
5
Add remaining ingredients and mix well with your hands or a wooden spoon.
6
Form into 1 1/4-inch balls.
7
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
8
Cook balls in batches, turning occasionally until golden-brown all over and just cooked through, 5-6 minutes.
9
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
10
Drizzle with sauce and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 95 g (3.4oz) canned chickpeas, drained, 340 g (12oz) ground lamb, 3 tbsp green onions, white and light-green parts only, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Falafel with garlic tahini sauce recipe falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!