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Falafels with lemon rice and feta cream

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Falafels with lemon rice and feta cream

Falafels call for a creamy accompaniment and for a fresh, zingy companion that can compensate their spicy flavor and dry texture. One of my favorite ways of serving them is on a bed of lemon rice and a feta-based cream. Greece has the winning combination for this hybrid dish. Accompany with greens on the side, and you’ll have a complete meal that will ease your digestion after the meal.

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Falafels with lemon rice and feta cream

Falafels with lemon rice and feta cream

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Falafels can't really be enjoyed on their own: this Greek lemon rice makes a perfect bed to mitigate the heat and spices of falafels. The feta cream adds a layer of softness for the perfect meal.
prep time
10 min
cooking time
15 min
servings
2
total time
25 minutes

Equipment

  • Rice cooker

  • Mixer or food blender

Ingredients

  • 12 cooked falafel patties

  • 1 cup Thai or Basmati rice

  • Juice and zest of 1/2 lemon

  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley

  • 60 g Greek feta cheese

  • 2 tablespoons soy cream

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • A dash of dried dill

Instructions

1

Cook the rice

Place the rice, lemon zest, and lemon juice in the rice cooker. Cover with abundant water, and cover with a lid. Cook for ~15 minutes, until the water is completely absorbed and the rice is dry and fluffy. When it's ready, take off the heat, sprinkle with parsley, and season with salt and pepper.
2

Make the sauce

Put the feta cheese, soy cream, and olive oil in a blender and pulse until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the dill.
3

Compose the dish

Transfer the rice to the serving plates, and spread it to make a bed for the falafels. Add the falafels on top, and drizzle with the feta cream. You can accompany with some fresh greens to serve. Enjoy!

Notes

If you're using ready-made falafels, you'll need to cook them in a skillet with a little oil or bake them in the oven before serving them. Check on the package the most suitable cooking method for your brand.
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Main dishes

Falafels

15 min Cook