Ultimate Falafel Sandwich
Here’s how to make the very best falafel sandwich! It captures those craveable flavors with crispy falafel, crunchy veggie toppings, and creamy sauces that rival your favorite restaurant.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 recipe Classic Falafel (or Baked Falafel)
- 6 Flatbreads or pita bread*
- 1 recipe Tzatziki, Cilantro Sauce, or Tahini Sauce
- 1/2 cup hummus (optional)
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped or 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce or green cabbage (or sliced cucumbers)
- 1/2 small red onion, sliced
- Chopped cilantro, flat leaf parsley, or dill, to garnish
- Optional: Storebought harissa, roasted eggplant for an over-the-top sandwich
Instructions
- Make the falafel or baked falafel. (Note: For classic falafel, the dried chickpeas must be soaked overnight.) Use the refrigeration time for the falafel dough to do the steps below.
- If using homemade bread, make the flatbread (or make it in advance: it stores well!). If using store bought bread, warm the bread before serving in a 300 degree oven for a few minutes until pliable.
- Make the sauce: either Quick Cucumber Sauce, Cilantro Sauce, or Tahini Sauce.
- Chop the tomatoes, lettuce, and red onion.
- Slather the bottom of the pita with hummus or some of the sauce, then add the falafel, chopped vegetables, and chopped herbs. Liberally spoon over the sauce.
Notes
*While you can use pita pockets and stuff them, we prefer a pocketless pita bread or even naan bread to use as a wrap. Feel free to wrap in foil, as it can get messy!
Storage notes: It’s best to enjoy falafel sandwiches fresh for the best flavor and texture. But you can store leftover falafel and sauce separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the falafel in a toaster oven or air fryer before assembling the sandwiches.
Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/falafel-sandwich/
