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Karantika - Algerian chickpeas pie | الكرانتيكا أو الكران الوهرانية

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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
chickpea flour
bread crumbs
olive oil
1 egg
natural yogurt
milk
water
salt
black pepper

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

Mix chickpea flour, bread crumbs, salt, natural yogurt, egg, olive oil, and milk together.

2

Add water and mix until smooth.

3

Add black pepper to the mixture.

4

Grease a baking dish and pour the mixture into it.

5

Cook in a preheated oven at 500°F for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KarantikaKarantika de Pois Chiches

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