Swiss Chard and Chickpea Fritters (Dairy & Egg Free)

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Swiss Chard
• 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Chickpea Flour (Besan)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Wash the 1 bunch Swiss Chard. Remove the tough stems and discard them. Finely chop the leafy green parts of the Swiss Chard.
2. 2Place the chopped Swiss Chard in a small saucepan with 1 tablespoon of water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes, or until the Swiss Chard is wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. 3Drain and rinse the 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas. Place the chickpeas in a medium bowl and mash them slightly with a fork until they are mostly broken down but still have some texture.
4. 4Finely chop the 1/2 medium Onion and 2 cloves Garlic.
5. 5Add the wilted Swiss Chard, the mashed chickpeas, the chopped onion, the chopped garlic, the 1/2 cup Chickpea Flour, 1/2 tsp Cumin, 1/4 tsp Turmeric, 1/2 tsp Salt, and 1/4 tsp Black Pepper to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas. Mix everything together until well combined.
6. 6Heat 2 tbsp Olive Oil in a large 10-12 inch non-stick skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C).
7. 7Carefully drop rounded tablespoons of the fritter mixture into the hot skillet. Gently flatten each spoonful with the back of the spoon to form small patties. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until the fritters are golden brown and crispy on the outside. You should hear a gentle sizzle as they cook.
8. 8Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve the Swiss Chard and Chickpea Fritters warm.

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