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Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Fritters with Coconut Lime Yogurt Dip

2023-10-27 - Written by: Amelia Jardin

vegetarian vegan appetizer snack indian-inspired

Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Fritters with Coconut Lime Yogurt Dip

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, these flavorful fritters are packed with sweet potato, chickpeas, and aromatic spices. Served with a cooling coconut lime yogurt dip, they make a delicious appetizer or light lunch.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cooked sweet potato, mashed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying

For the Coconut Lime Yogurt Dip:

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, chickpeas, wheat flour, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a thick batter.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of the chickpea mixture into the hot oil, flattening each fritter slightly with the back of a spoon.
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
  5. While the fritters are cooking, prepare the dip. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, coconut milk, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Serve the hot chickpea fritters with the refreshing coconut lime yogurt dip.