Chickpea Cutlets

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these flavorful and protein-packed Chickpea Cutlets! Made with a hearty combination of mashed chickpeas, vital wheat gluten, and breadcrumbs, these golden pan-fried patties are perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, cumin, and paprika for a savory twist. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, these versatile cutlets boast a crispy exterior and a tender, satisfying texture. Whether served alongside creamy mashed potatoes, tucked into wraps, or piled on a crisp salad, they’re a vegan-friendly crowd-pleaser that's both nutritious and delicious. Perfect for meal prep or a plant-based dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor, these Chickpea Cutlets are a must-try for anyone seeking a comforting, protein-packed dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed, if canned)
• 0.75 cups vital wheat gluten
• 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for pan-frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the vital wheat gluten, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, parsley (if using), salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.

Step 3

Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and olive oil. Mix well using a spatula or your hands until the mixture begins to come together.

Step 4

Knead the mixture in the bowl for about 2-3 minutes to activate the gluten. The dough should become elastic and firm.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a cutlet or oval patty about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the cutlets to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd.

Step 7

Cook the cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. If needed, add more oil to the pan when flipping.

Step 8

Remove the cutlets from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the chickpea cutlets hot with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad. They also make a delicious filling for wraps or sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(784.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2077.0

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4002.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 169.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 498.6mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 1607.4mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 31.7%