Description
These Deliciously Crispy Chickpea & Sweet Potato Fritters are a delightful and healthy snack or meal option, packed with flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until mostly smooth.
- Add the grated sweet potato, breadcrumbs, parsley, green onions, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small patties.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a vegan option, ensure the breadcrumbs are vegan-friendly.
- These fritters can be baked instead of fried for a healthier version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chickpea Fritters, Sweet Potato Fritters, Vegan Snacks, Healthy Appetizers