Chickpea and cauliflower fritters with mint yogurt
Chickpea and cauliflower fritters with mint yogurt are a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for any meal. These fritters are made with a combination of chickpeas, cauliflower, and a variety of spices, and are served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce.
To make these fritters, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small head of cauliflower, chopped into small pieces
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup of milk
- Oil for frying
For the mint yogurt sauce, you will need:
- 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, combine the chickpeas and cauliflower in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add the flour, baking powder, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, parsley, cilantro, green onions, and garlic. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. Add the egg mixture to the chickpea and cauliflower mixture and stir until well combined.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the chickpea and cauliflower mixture into the hot oil, flattening each fritter slightly with the back of the spoon. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
To make the mint yogurt sauce, simply combine the Greek yogurt, mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix well.
These chickpea and cauliflower fritters with mint yogurt are a delicious and healthy appetizer or main dish that is sure to impress. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a flavorful combination of spices and herbs. The mint yogurt sauce adds a refreshing and tangy flavor that complements the fritters perfectly.
Type of dish: Vegetarian Appetizer
Main ingredients: Chickpeas, Cauliflower, Mint Yogurt Sauce