Eggplant Falafel Sandwich/Salad Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
• 1 small eggplant, peeled and diced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground paprika
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
• Salt to taste
• Oil for frying (or baking)
• Pita bread or large lettuce leaves
• Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced cucumbers
• Sliced red onions
• Pickles (optional)
• Tahini sauce or hummus
• Lemon wedges