Vegan Hawawshi

Discover the bold, plant-based twist on a traditional Egyptian street food favorite with this Vegan Hawawshi recipe! Packed with a savory filling of mashed chickpeas, sautéed bell peppers, onions, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, this vegan rendition is bursting with flavor. Tucked into warm, toasty pita bread and layered with gooey vegan cheese, each bite is a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Baked to crispy perfection in just 25 minutes, this easy, wholesome dish serves as a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying snack. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly hearty, Vegan Hawawshi is a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious Middle Eastern-inspired vegan recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 1 medium, finely chopped bell pepper
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 15 oz can, drained and mashed canned chickpeas
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped parsley
• 4 medium pita bread
• 1 cup, shredded vegan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 5

Add the mashed chickpeas, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 7

Cut the pita breads in half to form pockets. Carefully fill each half with the chickpea mixture and vegan cheese.

Step 8

Place the filled pitas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the pita is crispy and the cheese has melted.

Step 9

Serve hot, optionally garnished with additional parsley or a side of salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1702.0

Total Fat 59.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5722.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 324.2mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 2201.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 58.3%