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Middle-Eastern Falafel Burger with Za'atar Aioli
A plant-based delight for your next barbecue.
Transform your barbecue with these flavorful falafel burgers. Infused with traditional Middle-Eastern spices and topped with a tangy za'atar aioli and vibrant pickled radishes, this dish is a feast of textures and aromas. Whether you're fully plant-based or just exploring, this burger makes for a satisfying, flavorful bite.
Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
Falafel Patties
- 1 1/2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Za'atar Aioli
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp za'atar spice blend
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
Pickled Radishes
- 1 cup thinly sliced radishes
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
To Assemble
- 4 burger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 tomato, sliced
Method
- 1
Prepare the Pickled Radishes
In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer until sugar dissolves. Pour over radishes in a heatproof bowl. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
- 2
Make the Falafel Patties
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarse. Add baking powder and flour, pulse to combine. Form into 4 patties. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat, cook patties 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- 3
Prepare the Za'atar Aioli
In a small bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, za'atar, and garlic. Set aside.
- 4
Assemble the Burgers
Lightly toast burger buns. Spread za'atar aioli on bottom halves, place a lettuce leaf, a falafel patty, tomato slice, and pickled radishes. Top with remaining bun halves and serve.
Origin story
Falafel, a staple in Middle-Eastern cuisine, has been enjoyed for centuries. This recipe brings a modern twist to the classic, perfect for a barbecue setting. The za'atar aioli adds a unique herbal note, while the pickled radishes lend a refreshing crunch.
