Chickpea Fritters
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 31 ounces chickpeas drained and rinsed; 2 (15.5 ounce) cans
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust according to your taste
- ⅓ cup avocado oil may substitute with cooking oil of your choice
Instructions
- Add the chickpeas to a food processor or blender. Process just until a fine, grainy texture forms. Do not blend until smooth.31 ounces chickpeas
- Transfer the chickpeas to a large bowl. Add the egg, flour, garlic, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until well combined.1 large egg, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 3 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.⅓ cup avocado oil
- Shape the mixture into 12 to 15 patties about 2 inches wide.
- Working in batches, add 5 to 6 patties to the skillet, leaving space between them. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with French onion or ranch dip, if desired.
Notes
- Store leftover chickpea fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the fritters cool, arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat refrigerated fritters in a 350°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through.
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 chickpea fritters. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Chickpea Fritters
Serving Size
2 fritters
Amount per Serving
Calories
375
% Daily Value*
Fat
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
10
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Cholesterol
27
mg
9
%
Sodium
312
mg
13
%
Potassium
451
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
44
g
15
%
Fiber
11
g
44
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
150
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
80
mg
8
%
Iron
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
