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Falafels with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

Falafels with Yogurt-Dill Sauce 

Falafels with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

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(I love falafels! I will definitely try this recipe!!!)
Recipe By:sonia
"These falafels are packed with flavor! Your family will love them! Wrap in tortilla and top with yogurt sauce. Add other toppings such as tomatoes, lettuce and shredded cheddar cheese."

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and mashed with fork
  • 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs (GF bread crumbs) 
  • 1 small unpeeled red potato, shredded
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs (GF bread crumbs)
  • 1 cup canola oil for frying (olive oil)
  • 1 cup plain yogurt (0% greek yogurt)
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Directions

  1. Combine chickpeas, 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs, red potato, red onion, garlic, egg, 1 tablespoon olive oil, cilantro, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Form mixture into 2-inch patties. Place 1/4 cup panko crumbs in a shallow bowl. Gently press patties into the crumbs to coat.
  3. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry patties in the hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Set patties aside.
  5. Stir yogurt, dill, lemon juice, garlic salt, and white pepper together in a bowl. Serve sauce drizzled over falafels.

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