Classic Falafel

Ingredients

• 1 FOR FALAFELS
• 1 can Chickpeas [15 oz drained]
• 4 teaspoons Garlic [minced]
• 1 Shallot [chopped]
• 2 tablespoons Parsley [chopped]
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander
• 2 tablespoons Flour
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
• 3 cups Oil [saffron for frying]
• 1 FOR SAUCE
• 1/2 cup Tahini Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 2+ tablespoons Water [warm]
• 1 FOR SERVING
• 8 Pitas
• 1 cup Chopped Lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes [halved]
• 1 cup Cucumbers [sliced and halved]
• 1/2 cup Pepperoncinis
• 1/2 cup Humus