Persian Inspired Chickpea Fritters (Falafel Style, Egg-Free)
A delightful and healthy take on falafel, these Persian-inspired chickpea fritters are bursting with flavor from fresh herbs and spices. Completely egg-free, these fritters are bound using a combination of chickpea flour and baking powder.
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Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can Canned Chickpeas
- 1/4 medium Yellow Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 1/4 cup Chickpea Flour (Besan)
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- 2In a food processor, combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, parsley, and cilantro. Pulse until coarsely ground.
- 3Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add chickpea flour, baking powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- 4Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- 5Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 6Form the mixture into small patties or balls.
- 7Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 8Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Substitutions
Egg → Chickpea Flour
Binding
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