A ball or patty made from ground chickpeas and/or fava beans. falafel is usually served in a pita, which acts as a pocket, or wrapped in a flat bread known as lafa. the falafel balls are topped with salads, pickled vegetables and hot sauce, and drizzled with tahini-based sauces. falafel balls may also be eaten alone as a snack or served as part of a mezze.
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