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Crispy Spicy Chickpea Patties

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These crispy spicy chickpea patties are a quick, easy, and healthy snack packed with plant-based protein and fiber. They offer a satisfying crunch with a bold, smoky, and spicy flavor perfect for snacks or light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
  • Olive oil, for frying
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • Optional: ¼ cup grated carrot or zucchini, squeezed dry
  • Optional: chopped green chili for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas well. Place them in a mixing bowl and mash gently with a fork or potato masher until most chickpeas are broken down but still have some chunkiness (about 2-3 minutes).
  2. Add finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, and freshly chopped cilantro or parsley to the mashed chickpeas. If using grated carrot or zucchini, squeeze out any excess moisture and toss it in now.
  3. Sprinkle in the chili flakes, smoked paprika, cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Add the lemon juice and stir everything together until evenly combined.
  4. Stir in the all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free). The mixture should hold together when pressed; if too wet, add a little extra flour, one teaspoon at a time.
  5. With slightly wet hands, form the mixture into 8 small to medium-sized patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter and roughly ½ inch thick.
  6. Pour about 3 tablespoons of olive oil into a skillet and warm over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 2-3 minutes).
  7. Place the patties gently in the pan, leaving space between each. Fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid flipping too early.
  8. Transfer cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not over-mash chickpeas to keep texture. Use medium heat and be patient to get a crispy crust without burning. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Patties can be frozen before cooking and fried from frozen with slightly longer cooking time. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea or rice flour. Baking option: bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

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