Chickpea Fritters – Ancient Egyptian

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 4
Crispy and flavorful Chickpea Fritters - Ancient Egyptian recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cans garbanzo beans , drained and rinsed
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 dashes Tabasco sauce ( optional )
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg white
2 egg whites
sunflower oil ( for deep frying )
canola oil ( for deep frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
330
Sugar
1g
Fat
24g
Chickpea Fritters, also known as falafel, are a popular street food in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries. They were first made in Egypt over a thousand years ago and have since spread all over the world. These fritters are made from ground garbanzo beans mixed with herbs and spices, formed into balls or patties, and then deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. They are typically served with tahini sauce, hummus, or tzatziki and can be eaten as a snack, appetizer, or main dish.

Instructions

1.In a food processor, blend garbanzo beans, minced garlic, Tabasco sauce, sea salt, parsley, and cumin until well combined.
2.Add all-purpose flour and baking powder, and pulse a few times until just incorporated.
3.In a separate bowl, beat 3 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4.Gently fold egg whites into the garbanzo bean mixture until just combined.
5.In a deep pan or fryer, heat sunflower oil and canola oil to 375°F.
6.Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop tablespoon-sized balls of fritter batter into the hot oil.
7.Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8.Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Crispy and delicious, these Chickpea Fritters are packed with protein and fiber from the garbanzo beans.

They are also gluten-free and vegetarian.

An easy and quick appetizer that can be made in advance.

CONS

These fritters are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The dough may be slightly sticky and difficult to handle.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garbanzo beans are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which can help keep you full.
The garlic and parsley in this recipe are packed with antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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