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Chickpea Patties

Cultural Context

Chickpea patties, often known as falafel, have roots in Middle Eastern cuisine but are widely enjoyed in Greece. Traditionally served in pita bread with vegetables and tahini sauce, they embody the Mediterranean's love for legumes and fresh herbs. Today, they have gained global popularity, with variations appearing in many cultures.

MediterraneanGRmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 can chickpeas
1/2 cup hummus
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 egg
1 tablespoon lemon cream
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
kosher salt
black pepper
olive oil
oregano

flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chickpea flour

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cornstarch

Chickpea flour adds flavor and nutrition, while cornstarch is often less expensive.

oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

1

Add 1 can of drained chickpeas to a blender.

2

Add 1/4 cup almond butter, 1 tablespoon lemon cream, and a little water to the blender.

3

Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and salt and pepper to the blender.

4

Blend the mixture until smooth, adding more water as needed to reach desired consistency.

5

In a bowl, mash the blended chickpeas until chunky.

6

Beat 1 egg and add it to the bowl with the chickpeas.

7

Add 1/2 cup hummus and 1/2 cup bread crumbs to the bowl.

8

Mix all the ingredients together until combined.

9

Heat olive oil in a frying pan until hot.

10

Form the mixture into patties and fry them in the pan for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

FalafelChickpea Fritters

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