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Chickpea patties with garlic yogurt sauce served on a plate

Chickpea Patties with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

A delightful culinary experience combining nutritious chickpeas with aromatic herbs and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, perfect for appetizers or light meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed Use canned chickpeas for convenience.
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs Adjust if the mixture is too wet.
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Fresh herbs enhance flavor.
  • ¼ cup chopped onion Choose a mild variety to avoid overwhelming flavor.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Adds depth to the patties.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Spice for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander Complements the cumin.
  • to taste none Salt and pepper Adjust based on preference.
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced Adds acidity.
  • Olive oil for frying Olive oil for frying Use for pan-frying patties.
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup plain yogurt Choose full-fat or low-fat based on preference.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances the sauce's flavor.
  • to taste none Salt Season according to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas using a potato masher or a fork until mostly smooth.
  2. Add in the breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
  3. Using your hands, form the mixture into patties, about 1 inch thick.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the patties to the skillet.
  2. Fry them until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, combine the plain yogurt, minced garlic, and salt. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
Serving
  1. Serve the chickpea patties warm with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

Notes

For a healthier option, consider baking the patties at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. You can also prepare the mixture a day in advance and store it in the fridge.