Falafel with hummus
Description
A tasty appetizer for any gathering. Falafel is usually served in pita or lavash with fresh vegetables. That is why it is a staple vegetarian dish in the East. Pita or lavash are sold in any supermarket, but you can make the flatbreads yourself if you wish. Serve with herbs and sauce.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Using a food processor, grind 400 grams of chickpeas, add 1 tablespoon of water, 2 finely chopped onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt and pepper, baking powder, and flour. Then add another 400 grams of chickpeas. Process everything very thoroughly into a smooth, homogeneous mixture; if it doesn't seem creamy enough, add a little more water.
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Step 2
2. Place the mixture in a container and let it cool for 30 minutes.
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Step 3
3. Meanwhile, make the hummus. Place 100 grams of chickpeas, 3 tsp water in the blender bowl, add 1 clove of garlic, the juice of half a lemon, 3 tablespoons olive oil, salt, a little parsley and coriander. Blend everything until smooth, adding water if needed.
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Step 4
4. From the first dough, shape round pies and dust lightly with flour.
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Step 5
5. Fry the falafel for 3–4 minutes on each side in a pan with vegetable oil. Serve the dish with spicy hummus.