noun
- Plural of falafel; deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, typically seasoned with spices and served as a food or in sandwiches.
Usage: Commonly used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine; Often served with tahini sauce, hummus, or in pita bread
Examples
- We ordered a plate of felafels with tahini sauce at the Lebanese restaurant.
- The food truck serves delicious felafels wrapped in warm pita bread.
- She made homemade felafels for the dinner party.
- Felafels are a popular vegetarian protein option in Middle Eastern cuisine.
- The restaurant's crispy felafels are their best-selling appetizer.