Effortless Air Fryer Falafel (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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6 pita breads.
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1 large shallot, roughly chopped.
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2 garlic cloves, peeled.
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2 teaspoons ground cumin.
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1 teaspoon paprika.
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Cooking spray.
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1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley and cilantro).
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Juice of 1 lemon.
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1 cucumber, sliced.
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Lettuce leaves.
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
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Hot water, as needed.
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1 cup tahini.
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1 tomato, sliced.
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt.
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2 cans chickpeas, drained.
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced.
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1 teaspoon salt.
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds.
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4 tablespoons olive oil.
# Instructions:
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Combine yogurt, tahini, and olive oil with the lemon juice in a bowl. Drizzle in small amounts of hot water until smooth to spread.
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In a food processor, combine drained chickpeas, fresh herbs, garlic, shallot, flour, lemon juice, sesame seeds, spices, and salt. Blend into a thick paste.
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Roll the mixture into little discs about an inch wide. This usually makes 25 to 30 pieces.
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Give the air fryer basket a light coat of oil spray. Arrange falafel discs without overlapping, cook for 8 minutes at 350°F, flip, then cook another 6 minutes.
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Microwave the pita bread for about 15 seconds to warm it up. Put the falafel discs, sauce, and your favorite veggies inside.
# Notes:
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For frying in oil, shape into balls and drop into 350°F oil for 4 minutes until browned.
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For stovetop frying, use about an inch of oil in a cast iron skillet. Fry each side of the falafel discs on medium-high for 3-4 minutes.