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Protein-Packed Spicy Chickpea Patties

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Protein-packed spicy chickpea patties are crispy, flavorful, and satisfying plant-based patties made with chickpeas, oats, herbs, and spices. They’re versatile enough to enjoy as burgers, in pitas, over salads, or on their own with dipping sauces.

Ingredients

  1. 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 1½ cups cooked chickpeas)
  2. 1 cup rolled oats
  3. 2 garlic cloves
  4. ½ red onion, chopped
  5. ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley
  6. 1 tsp ground cumin
  7. 1 tsp smoked paprika
  8. 1 tsp chili powder
  9. ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  10. Salt and black pepper, to taste
  11. 2 tbsp lemon juice
  12. 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  13. 1–2 tbsp water or aquafaba (as needed to bind)

Instructions

In a food processor, combine chickpeas, oats, garlic, onion, herbs, spices, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mostly combined with some texture left.

  1. If mixture is too dry, add water or aquafaba a tablespoon at a time until it holds together when pressed.
  2. Form into 6–8 patties and place on a plate. Chill in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to firm up.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  4. Serve warm in buns, pitas, or over salad with your favorite sauce.

Notes

  1. Don’t skip the chilling step—it helps the patties hold together while cooking.
  2. Adjust spice level to taste by reducing or increasing chili powder and red pepper flakes.
  3. You can bake or air-fry the patties for a lighter version.

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