Lebanese brunch: falafels, assorted salads and orange blossom rice pudding
Recipe by La Cuisine de Lynoucha
A brunch inspired by Lebanon with crispy homemade falafels, smoked eggplant caviar, creamy hummus, three fresh salads, fried eggplants, Lebanese bread and orange blossom scented rice pudding with pistachios. Perfect for a convivial meal with friends.
MediumLebaneseServes 6
Printable version with shopping checklist
Source Video
49m
Prep
45m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 45m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$26.19
Per serving:$4.36
Critical Success Points
- • Soak the chickpeas and fava beans overnight
- • Blend the falafel batter to the right consistency (not too liquid)
- • Fry at the correct temperature (180 °C) to achieve a crispy exterior and a tender interior
- • Cooking the rice pudding: stir constantly to avoid lumps
Safety Warnings
- • Frying oil reaches high temperatures; handle with heat‑resistant gloves.
- • Never leave the oil unattended while frying.
- • Use a sharp knife to avoid slipping.
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