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Flavorful Chickpea Fritters

Crispy Flavorful Chickpea Fritters for Quick Weeknight Dinners

Delicious and crispy chickpea fritters packed with flavor, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 fritters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritter Base
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional for vegan version
For Seasoning and Flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (e.g., parsley, cilantro) Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Consider fresh garlic for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to preference
For Cooking
  • 1 cup Oil (for frying) Canola or vegetable oil recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Water Add more for consistency as needed

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Potato Masher
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Combine chickpeas, flour, grated Parmesan, herbs, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Gradually add water, mashing chickpeas until a cohesive paste forms; shape into six patties.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer fritters to paper towels to drain excess oil; allow to rest for a few minutes.
  7. Serve warm with tahini sauce or your favorite dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are well-dried to avoid greasy fritters. Store leftovers properly to maintain crispness.

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