Falafel
Falafel
Falafel (/fəˈlɑːfəl/; Arabic: فلافل) is a deep-fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both. Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food, commonly served in a pita, which acts as a pocket, or wrapped in a flatbread known as taboon; "falafel" also frequently refers to a wrapped sandwich that is prepared in this way. The falafel balls are topped with salads, pickled vegetables, hot sauce, and drizzled with tahini-based sauces. Falafel balls may also be eaten alone as a snack or served as part of a meze tray (assortment of appetizers).
Pronunciation
The word "falafel" is pronounced as /fəˈlɑːfəl/.
Etymology
The term "falafel" comes from the Arabic word فلافل (falāfil), which is the plural of فلفل (filfil), meaning "pepper".
Related Terms
- Chickpeas: A type of legume in the family Fabaceae, subfamily Faboideae. Its seeds are high in protein. It is one of the earliest cultivated legumes, and 7500-year-old remains have been found in the Middle East.
- Fava Beans: A species of flowering plant in the pea and bean family Fabaceae. It is widely cultivated as a crop for human consumption.
- Pita: A type of bread traditionally made in the Middle East and surrounding regions. It is used in many Mediterranean, Balkan, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
- Taboon Bread: A type of flatbread wrap traditionally baked in a taboon oven. It is common in Middle Eastern cuisine.
- Tahini: A condiment made from toasted ground hulled sesame. It is served by itself (as a dip) or as a major ingredient in hummus, baba ghanoush, and halva.
- Meze: A selection of small dishes served as appetizers in parts of the Middle East, the Balkans, Greece, and North Africa.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Falafel
- Wikipedia's article - Falafel
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