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Falafel Smashed Tacos

Falafel Smashed Tacos – - Recipe

This falafel smashed taco recipe offers a unique twist on the classic Middle Eastern falafel by serving it in a taco shell. Crispy falafel balls are smashed and topped with fresh veggies, creamy za'atar sauce, and a sprinkle of cilantro, bringing a delightful fusion of flavors and textures.

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Ingredients per serving

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Make the Creamy Za'atar Sauce

Prepare the Tacos

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Chef JC Lopategui

This falafel smashed taco recipe offers a unique twist on the classic Middle Eastern falafel by serving it in a taco shell. Crispy falafel balls are smashed and topped with fresh veggies, creamy za'atar sauce, and a sprinkle of cilantro, bringing a delightful fusion of flavors and textures.

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Preparation

  1. Make the Creamy Za'atar Sauce

    Pour the Hellmann's Vegan Mayo and the Hellmann's Lemon Za'atar Vinaigrette into a squeeze bottle, mix well and let it sit for 30-45 minutes in the refrigerator prior to use.

  2. Prepare the Tacos

    • Using a Food Processor, add the Knorr Professional Caldo de Vegetales, garlic, herbs, onion, jalapeno, salt, and cumin. Pulse mix until it has incorporated and there are no large pieces. 
    • Now add the baking soda and the oat flour and mix one more time until everything is well incorporated. 
    • Refrigerate mix for 30-40 minutes prior to working with it.
    • Scoop falafel mix onto a flour tortilla using a 2” Ice cream scoop & flatten the mix using the hands. 
    • Sear the falafel side on the flat top at a low/medium fire with the EVOO, until evenly brown/crispy. 
    • Now turn the tortilla to its other side and sear for 15-20 seconds. 
    • Serve with greens, herbs, tomatoes, pickles (any desired veggies) & the creamy Za’atar Sauce.
Created by
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Chef JC Lopategui