Chickpea Fritters
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Chickpea Fritters are the perfect blend of simplicity and taste. Made with pantry staples like canned chickpeas, aromatic cumin and coriander, fresh parsley, and a touch of bright lemon juice, this recipe delivers a hearty, plant-based dish that's ready in just 30 minutes. The crunchy exterior gives way to a tender, savory interior, making them an irresistible option for appetizers, snacks, or light meals. Perfectly paired with a zesty dip or a side of fresh salad, these fritters are as versatile as they are satisfying. Whether you're exploring easy vegetarian recipes or looking for a protein-packed snack, these Chickpea Fritters are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining for texture.
Step 2
Add the flour, egg, lemon juice, parsley, cumin, coriander, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix well until a thick batter forms.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the chickpea mixture per fritter and carefully drop it into the hot oil. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
Step 5
Cook the fritters for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
Step 6
Remove the cooked fritters from the skillet and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 7
Repeat the process with the remaining chickpea mixture, adding more oil to the skillet if necessary.
Step 8
Serve the chickpea fritters warm, with lemon wedges or your favorite dip on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (685.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1377.5 |
| Total Fat 74.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g | |
| Cholesterol 219.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2597.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.8g | |
| Protein 42.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 363.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1647.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories