Chickpea Fritters

These Vegan Spanish Chickpea Fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, infused with aromatic spices for a delightful appetizer. Perfectly paired with a zesty dipping sauce, they provide a taste of Spain in every bite.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (cooked or canned, drained)
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, finely diced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
2. Add the all-purpose flour, minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small patties, about 5 cm in diameter and 1 cm thick.
4. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add enough olive oil to coat the bottom.
5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the chickpea fritters in the pan, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
6. Fry the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the fritters from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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