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Karantika

Cultural Context

Karantika is a traditional Algerian street food, originating from the coastal city of Algiers. This savory chickpea cake is often enjoyed as a quick snack or light meal, reflecting the region's love for legumes and spices. It's commonly served with a sprinkle of spices and a drizzle of olive oil. Today, Karantika has gained popularity beyond Algeria, appearing in various North African and Mediterranean cuisines, often with regional twists.

AlgerianDZsnack
45 min
easy
8 servings
Servings4
230-250 grams chickpea flour
1 teaspoon salt
a little cumin
3 cups water
0.5 cup oil (approximately 4 tablespoons)

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Quinoa flour adds protein while all-purpose flour is more economical.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat, while ricotta is often less expensive.

1

In a bowl, add 230 to 250 grams of chickpea flour.

2

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, and a little cumin to taste.

3

Mix well and taste to adjust salt if necessary.

4

Add 3 cups of regular water from the tap, not hot.

5

Stir until the chickpea flour dissolves completely.

6

Add 0.5 cup of oil (approximately 4 tablespoons) to the mixture and mix well until frothy.

7

Cover the bowl and let it sit for at least 1 hour to soak.

8

Prepare a baking tray (30x20 cm) by greasing it with a little oil.

9

Preheat the oven to the highest temperature for about 15-20 minutes.

10

After preheating, place the greased tray in the oven for a couple of minutes to heat up.

11

Pour the mixture into the hot tray, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

12

Bake for about 15-20 minutes until the edges start to dry.

13

Once the edges are drying, turn on the top heat to brown the top for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking tray (30x20 cm)mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KarantikaKarantika de Pois Chiches

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