Description
These Easy Pumpkin Chickpea Fritters are a delicious, vegan, and gluten-free option perfect for a healthy snack or meal. Made with chickpea flour, pumpkin puree, kale, and celery, these fritters are packed with flavor and nutrition. They are pan-fried to a golden crisp and served garnished with fresh cilantro and a side of hummus, making for a satisfying and wholesome dish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon coriander
- Pinch of black pepper
Wet Ingredients & Vegetables
- 1 stalk of celery
- 1 kale leaf (with stem)
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
For Cooking & Garnish
- Avocado oil, for cooking (or oil of choice)
- 2–3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly mix the chickpea flour and all listed spices (garlic powder, onion powder, salt, curry powder, baking soda, cumin, coriander, and black pepper) until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Process vegetables: In a food processor, finely chop the celery stalk and kale leaf (including stem) until they are evenly minced and small in size.
- Mix batter: Add the processed kale and celery mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients. Then incorporate the hot water, pumpkin puree, and apple cider vinegar. Stir all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, cohesive batter forms.
- Heat pan and cook fritters: Place a medium-sized pan on medium heat and add a splash of avocado oil. Using a tablespoon or cookie scooper, scoop the batter onto the pan, spreading each into 1/2 inch thick small circles.
- Pan-fry each side: Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn a golden brown color. Since they cook quickly, watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Drain cooked fritters: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil and cool slightly.
- Serve and garnish: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with hummus for dipping. Enjoy your nutritious and tasty pumpkin chickpea fritters!
Notes
- We watered down our hummus slightly to create a looser dip or sauce to pair better with these fritters, but you can serve hummus as is if preferred.
- Feel free to substitute avocado oil with any oil of choice suitable for pan-frying.
- These fritters cook quickly; keep a close eye while frying to achieve a perfect golden crust without burning.
- For added flavor, try serving with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a spicy sauce alongside.
