Lemon Garlic Chickpea Fritters

Vegan Lemon Garlic Chickpea Fritters are crispy, savory, bold, and zippy all at the same time. With mashed chickpeas and fresh herbs, garlic, and lemony zest, these fritters pack a healthy and satisfying combination. Regardless of whether they will be eaten as a snack, appetizer, or as part of the regular dinner, Vegan Lemon Garlic Chickpea Fritters are a protein-packed and fiber-full item that will fit any plant-based lifestyle. They are pan-fried to a golden color and go perfectly with dips such as vegan yogurt sauce or hummus. They are easy, well-rounded, super flavorful, and make an excellent meal prep table spread, party, or quick, healthy snack at any time.

STATS INFO:

• Calories: 160 per serving
• Preparation time: 10 minutes
• Serving size: 2 fritters
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Course: Appetizer / Snack / Light Meal
• Diet: Vegan
• Serving: 4 servings

EQUIPMENT:

• Food processor/fork
• Mixing bowl
• Grate/zester
• Non-stick skillet
• Spatula
• Measuring cups & spoons

INGREDIENTS:

• A single can (15 oz) of rinsed and drained chickpeas
• Two tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley
• Two teaspoons of finely chopped green onion
• Two minced garlic cloves
• One lemon’s zest
• One tablespoon of juice from a lemon
• Half a cup of bread crumbs (gluten-free if necessary)
• Two tablespoons of normal flour or chickpea flour
• Half a teaspoon of cumin powder
• One-sixth teaspoon of paprika smoked
• To taste, add salt and black pepper.
• One to two teaspoons of cooking olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

Chickpeas:

• You may buy ready-made chickpeas in cans or prepare your own. They should be mashed partly, leaving them with some texture to make it a chewy bite.

Breadcrumbs:

• They aid in binding the mixture and giving it a little crunch. Depending on your choice of flour, Free from gluten flour and whole grain flour both function effectively.

Chickpea Flour:

• This flour serves as glue to make the fritters stick. It may be replaced by all-purpose flour; however, chickpea flour makes the recipe entirely vegan and gives a nice nutty taste.

Lemon:

• The zest and the juice contribute a citrus refreshing kick, which helps ameliorate the savory notes.

Herbs:

• Fresh green parsley provides a clean, green taste. You may change it with cilantro or dill to have another herbal variation.

Garlic:

• Fresh garlic is the most flavorful and has an aroma. Garlic powder is OK in a pinch, but fresh is always the best.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Use a fork to mash the chickpeas, pulse them in a food processor, being sure to leave some chunks.
2. Move to a bowl. Add the lemonade zest, juice of a lemon, cloves of garlic, the green onion, and the herb parsley.
3. Add pepper, cumin, for instance, chickpea flour, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. To make a sticky dough, thoroughly mix.
4. Form the ingredients into patties by dividing them into eight tiny parts.
5. In an uncovered skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
6. The fritters should be golden as well as crisp brown after two to four minutes on either side.
7. To take in excess oil, remove it from the pan and lay it on a paper towel.
8. Warm up and serve with your preferred salad/dip.

TIPS:

• If the mixture is too soft to handle, chill it for ten to fifteen minutes.
• For uniformly sized fritters, use an ice cream scoop.
• For a cheesy taste, to the mixture, add one tablespoon of herbal yeast.
• Excellent with lemon garlic dip, pesto dipping sauce, or vegan tzatziki.
• For less oil, bake/air fry instead of pan-frying.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Store fried fritters in a sealed plastic bag for up to four days. For the greatest texture, warm in the oven or pan.

FREEZER:

• Transfer the heated pancakes to a bag after freezing them in a single stack. Store for no more than two months. Straight from the freezer, reheat.

FAQs:

Can they be baked instead of fried?

• Indeed. Bake at 400°F (200 °C) for 20 minutes, turning halfway.

Do these contain gluten?

• To render them gluten-free, eat chickpea flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.

What will I serve them with?

• Use it as a side with a roast to the vegetables, in pita wraps, or on a salad.

Can I take any action in advance?

• Absolutely, make the patties ready and then cook them as needed.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (Per Serving):

Calories: 160
Carbs: 21 g
Iron: 1.6 mg
Total Carbs: 21 g
Vitamin A: 220 IU
Fiber: 5 g
Calcium: 40 mg
Protein: 6 g
Iron: 1.6 mg
Serving size: 2 fritters
Sodium: 220 mg
Serving: 4 servings
Potassium: 260 mg