Tacos de Chícharo

Tacos de Chícharo are a delightful and vibrant vegan snack dish featuring crispy green pea fritters encased in soft corn tortillas. This dish is perfect for sharing and bursting with flavor, making it a great addition to any meal or as a stand-alone treat.

Ingredients

• Green peas - 200 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the green peas. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender, then drain and let cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the cooked peas with a fork until slightly chunky.
3. Add the flour, chopped onion, cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed peas. Mix until well combined.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, take a tablespoon of the pea mixture and form it into a small patty.
5. Fry the patties in the hot oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Drain on a paper towel.
6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
7. Assemble the tacos by placing 2-3 fritters on each tortilla, adding more fresh cilantro if desired, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from green peas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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