My mother was a health freak, and she swore by the chickpea patties she used to make. They’re not only one heck of a way to incorporate chickpeas into your diet, but also incredibly tasty.
These falafel-style patties come out crispy and flavorful, and they are just so satisfying to make and eat. The chickpea patties recipe that I am about to share with you is a great vegetarian alternative to meat-based meals. And, it’s also vegan for all those enthusiasts out there!
Now, if you’re into a budget-friendly and versatile healthy meal that does not include any meat, you will love thesevegetarian chickpea patties.
Why You’ll Love These Chickpea Patties Recipe
- Crispy outer edges with a tender center.
- Incorporates plant-based protein and fiber into your diet.
- Easy prep with simple ingredients.
- Works great for burgers, bowls, or as simple snacks.
What Are Chickpea Patties?
Chickpea patties are like vegetable patties, but here, the main ingredient is chickpeas. These plant-based patties are great for making burgers or bowls. You can also enjoy them as-is during snack time!
They are very similar to falafel or even veggie patties, but the ingredients are different. In the case of these vegan chickpea patties, the chickpeas are the main character.
These crispy chickpea patties are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they taste great. Plus, they’re adaptable to many cuisines.
Ingredients for Chickpea Patties Recipe
- Chickpeas: You have to drain your chickpeas well and rinse them after soaking because they improve digestibility.
- Potatoes: Using boiled potatoes only enhances the flavor of these baked chickpea patties.
- Herbs and Spices: I use different herbs and spices like paprika, coriander powder, cumin powder, lemon juice, black pepper, red onions, green chilis, garlic, garam masala, and chopped coriander.
- Rice Flour: This will help bind the other ingredients together.
- Greek Yogurt: To make the Greek yogurt sauce.
Cooking Methods
- Pan-frying with 3 tablespoons of olive oil is the best method to cook this protein-packed vegetarian meal. But this requires a lot of oil.
- If you want lighter patties, you can bake these chickpea burger patties. This will make the patties less crispy.
- You could try air-frying these patties if you want the healthiest option with no oil. This can affect the taste of the patties.
Storage, Freezing & Meal Prep Tips
- If you want to store your leftover pan-fried patties, you need to put them in an airtight container or bag before.
- You can freeze the patties before cooking them, or you can freeze the leftovers.
- The best way to reheat these patties is by putting them in the oven or microwave with a dash of olive oil.
- You can freeze them for meal prep on a tray and separately wrap them in baking paper before placing them in zip-lock bags.
Flavor Variations
- You can make Mediterranean-style patties by incorporating feta cheese and different herbs into the recipe.
- Add more paprika to make spicy chickpea patties.
- Make a herb-forward version by adding parsley, cilantro, fresh mint, fresh dill, oregano, chives, etc.
- You can make falafel-inspired chickpea patties by adding cardamom, cinnamon, cayenne, and parsley.
- Add more veggies and less heat for a kid-friendly version.
What to Serve with Chickpea Patties
- You can serve these meal prep patties in burger buns or wraps.
- Adding your greens with the patties to make salads or grain bowls.
- Try my Greek yogurt sauce or other dipping sauces with these patties.
- You can eat these gluten-free chickpea patties as a snack or even as an appetizer.
Easy Chickpea Patties Recipe – Crispy Outside, Soft Inside
Ingredients
For the Chickpea Patties
- 300 g Boiled Potatoes
- 300 g Cooked Chickpeas
- 1 medium-sized Chopped Red Onion
- 3 tbsp Chopped Coriander
- 2 medium-sized Chopped Green Chili
- 3 cloves Grated Garlic
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Garam Masala
- ½ tsp Paprika
- ½ tsp Coriander Powder
- ½ tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 3 tbsp Rice Flour
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 2 cloves Grated Garlic
- 1 tbsp Chopped Coriander
- ½ tsp Chili Flakes
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Chickpeas
- If you are using canned chickpeas, you will have to strain the chickpeas properly before rinsing them. But if you’re using fresh chickpeas, you have to soak them in water overnight before straining and rinsing.
- Now, cook the chickpeas in water until they are soft.
- Take your potatoes and boil them in water till they’re soft.
Blend or Mash the Mixture
- Use a potato masher to mash both the cooked chickpeas and boiled potatoes together until the mixture is sticky.
- Add red onions, green chilis, chopped coriander, grated garlic, salt, garam masala, paprika, coriander powder, cumin powder, lemon juice, rice flour, and black pepper, and mix well.
Shape the Patties
- Grease your hands with some oil and use a cookie scoop to scoop up the mixture and shape them into patties.
- Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the patties for at least 15 minutes before cooking them.
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Take a cup of Greek yogurt and mix it with grated garlic, chopped coriander, chili flakes, salt, lemon juice, and black pepper to make your garlic yogurt dipping sauce.-
Cook Until Golden
- After taking the patties out of the refrigerator, add some oil to a frying pan on the stovetop.
- Keep the heat medium and let the oil heat up before you add the patties.
- When the oil is hot, fry the patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they are lightly golden and crispy.
- Now, you can serve your chickpea patties with your garlic yogurt sauce.
Recipe FAQs
How do you keep chickpea patties from falling apart?
You have to use a bit of rice flour to keep the patties from falling apart.
Are chickpea patties vegan?
If you use almond flour instead of rice flour, your chickpea patties will be vegan; otherwise, they are vegetarian.
How do I make chickpea patties crispy?
You have to fry the patties for a couple of minutes until they are lightly golden brown to make them crispy.
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