<- Back To Recipes
Spiced Carrot and Chickpea Fritters with Zesty Yogurt Dip

2023-10-27 - Written by: Amelia Jardin

vegetarian vegan snack appetizer Middle Eastern Indian-inspired

Spiced Carrot and Chickpea Fritters with Zesty Yogurt Dip

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, these spiced carrot and chickpea fritters are a delicious and healthy snack or light meal. The zesty yogurt dip adds a cool and refreshing contrast.

Ingredients:

  • For the fritters:

    • 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • 1 cup grated carrots
    • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
    • 1/4 cup chopped onion
    • 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
    • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
    • Vegetable oil, for frying

  • For the yogurt dip:

    • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon chopped mint
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, carrots, cilantro, onion, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

  2. Add the flour and egg (or flax egg). Mix well to form a thick batter.

  3. Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  4. Drop spoonfuls of the fritter batter into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

  6. While the fritters are cooking, prepare the yogurt dip by combining all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well and season to taste.

  7. Serve the hot fritters with the cool yogurt dip. Enjoy!