Dairy-Free Chickpea Fritters
Crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these Dairy-Free Chickpea Fritters are a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic snack. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and fresh parsley, this gluten-free recipe delivers bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors in every bite. Perfect for those following a dairy-free diet, these fritters are pan-fried in olive oil for a golden, crispy finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, they make a fantastic appetizer, snack, or even a light lunch when paired with a dairy-free dipping sauce like tahini or vegan tzatziki. With a convenient mix-and-fry technique, these versatile fritters are the ultimate plant-based treat that's both satisfying and nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas
- 1 medium onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 tablespoons chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly, then pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Chop the onion and garlic finely. Chop the fresh parsley as well.
In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but not completely smooth; it should be slightly chunky.
Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the baking powder, black pepper, and chickpea flour. Stir until everything is well incorporated and the mixture holds together when formed into a ball.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
Using your hands, form the chickpea mixture into small patties, about 1.5 inches in diameter and 0.5 inches thick.
Carefully place the patties into the hot pan, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce, such as dairy-free tzatziki or a simple tahini sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3441 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1497 mg | 32% | |
*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.
