SOUTHERN-FRIED CHICKPEA PATTIES
Steps:
- Place the beans in a bowl and add enough water to cover by a few inches. Soak for at least 6 hours at room temperature. (If your kitchen is very warm, you may want to place the chickpeas in the refrigerator to minimize the chances of fermentation.) Drain and set aside; you now have about 2 1⁄2 cups of soaked chickpeas. Using a food processor or stand blender, pulverize the chickpeas using the "pulse" function, until the beans form a paste that sticks together when you squeeze it in your hand. Be careful not to overprocess; too smooth and the batter will fall apart when cooking. Add the remaining ingredients (except the oil) and process, using the "pulse" function about 12 times. Using a scant 1/3-cup measure, shape the batter into patties and place on a plate. Cover the patties with parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a shallow 12-inch skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the oil over medium-high heat. Gently place the patties into the hot oil in small batches (don't crowd the pan) and fry the first side until golden brown and slightly crusty, 2 to 3 minutes. Gently turn onto the second side and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a baking tray to finish cooking in the oven until the patties slightly firm up and dry out, about 7 minutes. To keep the patties warm without further cooking, lower the oven temperature to 225 degrees. Serve by itself or on a warmed bun with barbecue sauce or caramelized onions. Makes seven or eight patties. - From "The Meat Lover's Meatless Celebrations: Year-Round Vegetarian Feasts (You Can Really Sink Your Teeth Into)" (Da Capo, $18.99) by Kim O'Donnel
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Yohanes Gashaw
[email protected]These patties were delicious! I made them for a potluck and they were a huge hit.
Nontombi Bunyula
[email protected]I wasn't impressed with these patties. They were kind of dry and flavorless.
Dwamale Brown
[email protected]These patties are so good! I love the texture and the flavor. I've already made them twice and I'm sure I'll be making them again soon.
Lilian mchenga
[email protected]Not bad! I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but these patties were actually pretty good. I would definitely eat them again.
Kelly Dolin
[email protected]Amazing! These patties are the perfect combination of crispy and soft. I love the flavor of the chickpeas and the spices.
joel muhia
[email protected]These patties were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.
Shayan Ali
[email protected]I love these patties! They're so flavorful and satisfying. I always feel good about eating them because they're so healthy.
Hensel Ludacris
[email protected]These patties were easy to make and tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.
Asante Richard
[email protected]Meh.
Adilson Furtado
[email protected]Delicious! I made these patties for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.
Salman islamic Status
[email protected]These patties were a bit too dry for my taste, but I think I might have overcooked them. The flavor was good, but I would probably add a little more moisture next time.
Badu Oluwatosin
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and these patties definitely fit the bill. They were easy to make and packed with flavor. I served them with a side of roasted vegetables and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Adeel Amjadcom2
[email protected]These chickpea patties were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the flavor was amazing. I loved the combination of spices, and the tahini sauce was the perfect complement.