This pita with baba ganoush and falafel crumble is delicious as lunch, dinner or appetizer. You can go either way with it! The rich flavors come together well in this vegetarian appetizer recipe.
Pita with baba ganoush and falafel crumble
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What are pita and baba ganoush?
Pita and baba ganoush are two culinary treasures that originated in the Middle East and the Levant region. Pita, a soft flatbread, has been an essential part of Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. Originally baked in wood-fired ovens, pita is characterized by its airy texture and versatility. It is often served as a side dish, used for dipping in sauces such as hummus or baba ganoush, or stuffed with grilled meats, vegetables and salads. You can make it yourself or buy it at the supermarket or toko.
Baba ganoush, a delicious dip made from roasted eggplant, tahini (sesame paste), garlic, lemon juice and spices, is another classic of Levantine cuisine. It has a silky texture and a rich, smoky flavor that sets it apart from other dips. Baba ganoush is often served as part of mezze, a selection of small dishes shared as appetizers.
The combination of pita and baba ganoush is a match made in foodie heaven. The soft, warm pita is perfect for spreading with the creamy baba ganoush, making every bite a flavorful and satisfying experience.
Both pita and baba ganoush have taken the world by storm with their delicious flavors and simple preparation. They bring a slice of Middle Eastern hospitality to cuisines around the world and continue to be loved by foodies and epicureans. The combo of these two is truly fantastic and worth trying!
Pita with baba ganoush and falafel crumble
This pita with baba ganoush and falafel crumble is a very simple dish that you can eat either as lunch, dinner or appetizer. You spread the pita with the baba ganoush and then top this base with the falafel crumble, pomegranate seeds and sesame seeds. Eat it at home or on the go or slice it for drinks. This way you can enjoy your own piece of mezze!
More recipes with falafel
Looking for more recipes with falafel? How about this crispy falafel burrito or this traybake with falafel. All easy, quick, nutritious and vegetarian dishes that you can put on the table in no time! Enjoy.
What you need:
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2 pitas or flatbreads
100 gr falafel
100 gr baba ganoush
2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
2 sprigs of fresh mint
1 tsp sesame seeds
salt and pepper
olive oil
What to do:
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Heat the pitas according to the package directions.
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Heat some olive oil in a pan and fry the falafel until golden brown. Then let it cool for a moment and crumble it with your hands into a crumble. Also coarsely chop the mint.
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Divide the baba ganoush among the pitas and top with the falafel crumble, pomegranate and mint. Top with some pepper, salt, sesame seeds a drizzle of olive oil.
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Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
