Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Flavorful Chickpea Fritters using pantry staples. Perfect for an appetizer, light meal, or healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- 1. Mash 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed chickpeas in a bowl until mostly broken down but with some texture remaining.
- 2. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (if using), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Stir well.
- 3. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- 4. Stir in 1 lightly beaten large egg until well incorporated.
- 5. Gradually add 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, stirring until a cohesive, thick batter forms. Add more flour if too wet, or a splash of water/egg if too dry.
- 6. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- 7. Drop spoonfuls (about 2 tablespoons each) of the chickpea mixture into the hot oil, cooking in batches without overcrowding the pan.
- 8. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- 9. Remove fritters from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Notes
Store cooled fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 8-12 minutes for best crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 3-4 fritters)
- Calories: N/A (estimate needed)
- Sugar: N/A (estimate needed)
- Sodium: N/A (estimate needed)
- Fat: N/A (estimate needed)
- Carbohydrates: N/A (estimate needed)
- Fiber: N/A (estimate needed)
- Protein: N/A (estimate needed)