Recipe Information

• Servings: 6
• Total Time: 30 minutes + 12 hours (soaking chickpeas)
• Difficulty: Moderate

Ingredients

For the Wraps and Falafels (Makes about 18 pieces, can be frozen)

• 200 grams chickpeas
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 onion
• 1/2 bunch flat-leaf parsley
• 1/2 bunch cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 2 tablespoons water

For the Tahini Sauce

• 2 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 pinch salt
• 4 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 turns of black pepper mill

Instructions

Falafels

1. The day before serving, soak the chickpeas in a large bowl of water for a minimum of 12 hours.
2. In a food processor, combine all the ingredients, starting with the herbs, and blend until you achieve a texture similar to a coarse tabbouleh.
3. Form small balls with your hands or use a spoon to form quenelles (or preferably, use a falafel scoop).
4. Heat a deep fryer or a pot with grapeseed oil to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit).
5. Once the oil is hot, fry the falafels for 2-3 minutes and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Tahini Sauce

1. Press the lemon juice into a bowl.
2. Peeled and press the garlic clove.
3. In a large bowl, mix together the tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, salt, and pepper until you achieve a vinaigrette-like texture.

Assembling the Wraps

Spread a generous amount of tahini sauce on your wrap, then add the falafels and top with pickled vegetables.

Notes

Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, making them a perfect replacement for meat in this recipe. Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

Recipe Tips

• For extra crunch, add fresh vegetables like cucumber and tomatoes inside the wrap.
• Store leftover falafels in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months.

Nutritional Information

Approximately 200 calories per serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned chickpeas?

Yes, but they may not have the same texture as dried chickpeas. Soak and dry them properly before mixing.

What can I substitute for tahini?

Sunflower seed butter or peanut butter can be used as alternatives, but the flavor will vary.

How do I serve the wraps?

These wraps can be served warm with a side of salad or enjoyed cold as a quick lunch option.

Can I add different herbs?

Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different herbs like mint or dill for a unique flavor.

How do I store leftovers?

Place remaining falafels in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze them for longer storage.