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Easy Falafel

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The ingredients. It took time to chopped these by hand!

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Putting all ingredients in food processor to blend.

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I decided to use wheat bread crumb as a coat so it will not fall apart. I dipped Falafel balls in egg white then coat it with the bread crumbs.

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I used Olive oil to fry.

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I got the wrap from the Middle Eastern store as well as the cucumber sauce, tzatziki 20151220_202722

Amazing egg plant hummus the Oasis restaurant and grocery store.

My daughter and I went to this amazing tea house last month and while we were there we had some amazing Falafel wraps!  So, later on when we were craving it, I decided to find a recipe and make my own. I have to admit that it took me a total of 2 hours to prep, clean, and cook everything. Also, I went to the local Asian store to buy the cardamom, and coriander and cumin because it was way cheaper than at the regular grocery store. It was a $5 dollar difference for each!

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I doubled the recipe because since it was time consuming to make I decided to make a big batch and freeze the left over. You can freeze it for up to a month and cook it later. For the first time making it, it turned out great. The aroma is fantastic as you process and cook it. Also if you can not find any tzatziki, you can use the cucumber and cilantro dressing from the local grocery store. Comparable taste. Here is the Easy Vegan Falafel I had used to make this, Easy Vegan Falafel

 

Road Side Farmers Market

Whenever I can, I love to support the local farmers here in Rhode Island and the surrounding areas. Some items are a little pricey but worth it especially if it’s fresh fruits, vegetables and homemade desserts like pies, fudge and apple cider.

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Plenty of choices of fresh produce.

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Love that they had beautiful flowers you can pick from.

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The “jarred” goods were more pricey than canned goods from the grocery stores but less preservatives.

 

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I love dehydrated veggies and these were delicious!

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If you have a sweet tooth!

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I tried the homemade fudge and one square was enough!

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Veggies are comparable to the ones found at your local supermarket.