Chickpea Fritters with Hot Pepper Mayonnaise
Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these Chickpea Fritters with Hot Pepper Mayonnaise are a must-try for anyone craving a satisfying vegetarian dish with a spicy kick. Made with hearty mashed chickpeas, aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and a touch of fresh parsley, these fritters are pan-fried to perfection for a crunchy exterior and tender interior. Paired with a creamy, zesty hot pepper mayonnaise infused with tangy lemon juice and a kick of hot sauce, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser perfect for appetizers, snacks, or light meals. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make fritters are ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve them warm for the ultimate comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams (cooked, or 1 canned, drained) Chickpeas
- 60 grams (1/2 cup) All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 60 milliliters (1/4 cup) Water
- 120 milliliters (for frying) Vegetable oil
- 120 grams (1/2 cup) Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, mash the cooked or canned chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
Add the flour, baking powder, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
Gradually add the water, a little at a time, until the mixture comes together into a thick batter that holds its shape. You may not need all the water.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
Scoop heaping tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
To make the hot pepper mayonnaise, stir together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Serve the chickpea fritters warm with the hot pepper mayonnaise on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 10492.6 g | 13452% | |
| Saturated Fat | 961.1 g | 4806% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14118 mg | 4706% | |
| Sodium | 36194 mg | 1574% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5688.0 g | 2068% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 130.1 g | 465% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.6 g | ||
| Protein | 408.6 g | 817% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 952 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 181.2 mg | 1007% | |
| Potassium | 5219 mg | 111% | |
*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.
