Description
If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy snack or light meal, look no further than these crispy chickpea and sweet potato fritters with avocado sauce. These delectably golden patties are not only packed with flavor but also provide a satisfying crunch that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and mashed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for a vegan version)
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- To get started, take a large mixing bowl and combine your grated sweet potato with the mashed chickpeas.
- Next, sprinkle in the flour. Add the chopped cilantro or parsley, along with the finely chopped green onions and minced garlic.
- Toss in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, and ground coriander. Season with salt and pepper.
- Once mixed, add the egg (or flax egg if you’re vegan). Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into patties that are about 1 inch thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the fritters for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with avocado sauce on the side.
Notes
Cooking these fritters is easy with a few helpful notes: Ensure your sweet potato is well grated, make sure your olive oil is hot, and cook in batches if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 180 per fritter
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Protein: 4 g