Chickpea Fritters

Chickpea Fritters are a delightful vegan twist on a traditional Greek breakfast, combining the nutty flavor of chickpeas with aromatic herbs and spices. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fritters are perfect for a nourishing start to your day.

Ingredients

• chickpeas - 200 grams (cooked or canned, drained)
• all-purpose flour - 50 grams
• fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• fresh dill - 15 grams, chopped
• green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• garlic - 1 clove, minced
• ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• olive oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
2. Add the flour, chopped parsley, dill, green onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
3. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add a generous drizzle of olive oil.
4. Using your hands, form small patties (about 5 cm in diameter) from the chickpea mixture.
5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties in the pan, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
6. Fry the fritters for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 43 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health and regularity.

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