Falafel Pita Sandwich with Tahini Sauce
Authentic Syrian Falafel Pita Sandwich with Tahini Sauce — a delicious vegetarian dish with 13 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
330
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 12 Falafel
- 1 cup Tahini
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 6 Pita Bread
- 1 Lettuce
- 1 Tomato
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 Dill Pickles
- 1 Red Onions
- 3 tsp Harissa Spice
Instructions
4 steps · ~85 minutes total
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Place falafel on a baking sheet.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 2
Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, 8 to 10 minutes.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 3
While falafel bake, whisk tahini, water, lemon juice, garlic, and paprika together in a bowl.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 4
Cut about 1 inch from the top of each pita to form a pocket. Add 2 falafel to each pita with equal amounts lettuce, tomato, cucumber, pickle, and red onion. Drizzle each with about 1 tablespoon tahini sauce and some harissa.
10 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your lebanese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Falafel Pita Sandwich with Tahini Sauce is a beloved dish from Lebanese cuisine, originating in Lebanon. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Lebanese cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Falafel is traditionally made from dried chickpeas or fava beans, which are soaked, ground, and seasoned before frying.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
