Crispy Chickpea Fritters
Packed with herbs, spices, and parmesan, these fritters are perfectly crispy and make a tasty healthy option for lunch or sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 fritters (serves 4)
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 can (400 g) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and very well dried
1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 egg
3 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons flour (all-purpose or chickpea flour)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Oil, for frying
Instructions
Place the chickpeas in a large bowl and mash them using a fork or potato masher until coarse and crumbly, with no whole chickpeas remaining.
Add the chopped onion, garlic, egg, Parmesan cheese, flour, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, baking soda, and parsley. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate and help bind the mixture.
Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Scoop portions of the mixture using a spoon and carefully place them into the pan. Lightly shape into small patties.
Cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.
Notes
Make sure chickpeas are very dry to achieve crispy fritters.
If the mixture feels too wet, add a little more flour.
For a vegan version, replace the egg with a flax egg and omit Parmesan or use a plant-based alternative.
Serve with yogurt dip, tzatziki, or garlic sauce for extra flavor.
These fritters can be baked or air-fried for a lighter option.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/crispy-chickpea-fritters/
