Prepare the most addictive Falafel Pita Sandwich that's loaded with crispy falafel, crunchy salad, hummus and extra sauce. Perfect for a filling vegetarian or vegan meal.
Falafel sandwiches are one of the most popular Middle Eastern street foods, consisting of pita pockets, falafel, fresh vegetables and sauces.
In my opinion, how you prepare a falafel sandwich is a deeply personal thing, as I'm sure we all have our own favourite fillings. The way that I prepare the sandwich also changes according to my mood and what I have to hand.
However, there are some ingredients which are pretty much key. The best falafel sandwich should contain fresh salad and some sort of sauce. The bread can be changed, whether you use pita, a Middle Eastern flat bread or naan.
I always use homemade falafel because I prefer the taste and texture.
Other sandwich recipes you might like to try are my cream cheese & cucumber sandwiches and yogurt sandwich.
Ingredients
main two ingredients
Sauce ideas
- Hummus - I used my Turkish hummus
- Creamy tahini sauce - the classic falafel sauce
- Amba sauce
- Yogurt garlic sauce
- Chilli sauce or hot sauce
- Tzatziki
Salad ideas
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Red onion - pickled or sliced
- Fresh parsley
- Finely chop to prepare Shirazi Salad or Israeli Salad
Extras
- Feta cheese
- Fresh herbs
- Pickled turnips
- Cornichons or pickles
- Pickled red cabbage
Serving Ideas & Tips
Serve your falafel sandwich with tabbouleh and fresh juices.
Do not overfill to prevent the contents spilling out.
Enjoy the sandwich with hot falafel for the best taste.
If preparing for later, do not add too much sauce or else the sandwich will become soggy.
You can easily prepare the ingredients for a picnic and assemble on the spot.
Storage
If you have any leftovers, store in an airtight container and place in the fridge. Ideally eat up by the next day.
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📖 Recipe
Falafel Sandwich
Ingredients
- 3 pitta or flatbreads
- 15 falafel
- 1 cup salad tomato, cucumber, lettuce
- ¼ cup amba sauce
- ¼ cup hummus
- ½ cup yogurt garlic sauce
- ¼ cup pickled onion
Instructions
- Warm your flatbread on a hot griddle until soft and pliable.
- Spread over a layer of hummus.
- Add lettuce.
- Top with hot falafel and vegetables of choice.
- Drizzle over sauce of choice.
- Fold or wrap up.
- Best enjoyed immediately whilst hot and the bread is still soft.
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Hayley Dhanecha says
The crispy falafel, crunchy salad and creamy sauce come together so perfectly in every bite. It feels like the kind of meal you'd happily order from a café, but it's so easy to make at home.