Serves 4
Falafel Burgers
14.5 oz can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 small red onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
handful of flat-leaf parsley or curly parsley
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp harissa paste or chilli powder
2 Tbsp plain flour
2 Tbsp oil
Toppings: lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion.
Yogurt sauce: Add some dill to plain yogurt and stir (mix in chopped cucumber and tomato for color)
1. Pat the chickpeas dry with paper towel. Mix in food processor along with the onion, garlic, parsley, spices, flour and a little salt. Blend until fairly smooth, then shape into patties with your hands.
2. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan, add the burgers, then quickly fry for 3 minutes on each side until lightly golden. Serve wrapped in lettuce, toppings, and yogurt sauce. You can also serve on toasted pitas, with tomato salsa and salad.