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Spiced Carrot & Chickpea Fritters with Lemon-Yogurt Dip

2023-10-26 - Written by: Anya Petrova

vegetarian appetizer snack Middle Eastern vegan gluten-free

Spiced Carrot & Chickpea Fritters with Lemon-Yogurt Dip

Crispy and flavorful fritters made with spiced carrots, chickpeas, and aromatic herbs, served with a cool and tangy lemon-yogurt dip. A perfect vegetarian appetizer or light lunch.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked carrots, finely grated
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying

For the Lemon-Yogurt Dip:

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh mint leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, chickpeas, wheat flour, cilantro, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a thick batter.
  2. Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Using your hands or a spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of the fritter batter into the hot oil. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
  4. Fry the fritters for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  5. While the fritters are frying, prepare the lemon-yogurt dip by whisking together the yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl.
  6. Serve the hot carrot & chickpea fritters immediately with the cool lemon-yogurt dip and garnish with fresh mint leaves.