Crispy chickpea fritters, packed with flavor, served with a spicy sauce that elevates the taste!
A perfect appetizer, or light lunch, that combines tradition with a touch of bold flavor. Enjoy this delicious chickpea fritters recipe by Chef George Tsoulis!
Chickpea Fritters with Spicy Sauce
Giorgos Tsoulis
A delicious chickpea fritters recipe served with a sensational spicy sauce by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis.
Place the chickpease in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Cover with plastic wrap and let them soak for 1 day.
Drain the chickpeas well and place them in a large food processor with all the other ingredients except the onion. Pulse on high speed until the mixture comes together (be careful not to make it a paste; it should still have some texture). If using a smaller food processor, work in batches.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add the chopped onion, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the dough to firm up.
After 1 hour, take 2 tablespoons of the mixture, shape it into a fritter, and press gently in the center. Repeat this process for the remaining mixture.
Heat a deep pot over medium to high heat and add enough sunflower oil to submerge the fritters. Once the oil is hot, fry the chickpea fritters until they are dark golden brown on both sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the pot and place them on absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
For the spicy sauce:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, stirring with a wooden spoon. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until they caramelize.
Add the remaining ingredients, stir well, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve the chickpea fritters hot, accompanied by the spicy sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
Chef’s tip: Avoid adding the onion to the food processor with the other ingredients, as this helps prevent it from releasing excess moisture.
Celebrity Chef Giorgos Tsoulis specializes in modern Mediterranean cuisine and his recipes are widely appreciated not just in Greece and Cyprus but also around the world.
He has been the executive chef of numerous successful Greek restaurants, while at the same time hosting many popular culinary TV shows in Greece and Cyprus. Giorgos Tsoulis is passionate about educating his fans in more sustainable and healthy cooking and eating while making the most of the flavors of the ingredients.
As sustainable cuisine ambassador for WWF Hellas, he plays a key role in cooking activations that relate to the European #Eat4Change program, as well as the #Farm2Fork program.
Great option for my meat-free days. Thanks for the recipe!