Recipe: Sweet Garbanzo Fritters
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
Description:
This delightful recipe for Sweet Garbanzo Fritters blends the wholesome goodness of garbanzo beans with a hint of citrusy zest and warm spices. These crispy fritters are a delightful treat for any occasion, whether it’s a quick snack or a sweet indulgence after a meal. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with these delectable fritters that are sure to please your taste buds!
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Lemon, Citrus, Beans, Fruit, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, Deep Fried
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 92.8
- Fat Content: 2.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 42.3mg
- Sodium Content: 123.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 6.8g
- Protein Content: 2.7g
Servings: 10
Yield: 20-25 fritters
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Garbanzo beans |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 1 | Cinnamon |
| 1/3 | Cardamom powder |
| 1/4 | Nutmeg |
| 1/8 | Lemon, rind of |
| 1/8 | Flour |
| 1/3 | Powdered sugar |
Instructions:
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Prepare Garbanzo Beans: Begin by processing the garbanzo beans in a food processor until smooth.
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Add Egg Yolks and Flavorings: Once the garbanzo beans are processed, add the egg yolks, salt, anise liquor, and coconut oil to the mixture in the food processor. Process until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Incorporate Spices and Flour: With the processor running, add in the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom powder, nutmeg, grated lemon peel, and flour. Pulse until all ingredients are blended together to form a thick batter.
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Beat Egg Whites: In a separate large bowl, beat the egg whites until they form stiff peaks, ensuring they are not overbeaten.
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Fold in Garbanzo Mixture: Carefully fold the processed garbanzo mixture into the beaten egg whites until well combined, ensuring the mixture remains light and airy.
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Heat Oil: In a deep fryer or a deep skillet with at least 2 inches of oil, heat the oil until it reaches the desired frying temperature.
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Fry the Fritters: Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the chickpea mixture into the oil, frying them until they turn golden brown on all sides.
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Drain and Serve: Once fried, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve the fritters hot or warm, dusted with powdered sugar for a delightful finishing touch.
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Enjoy: These Sweet Garbanzo Fritters are best enjoyed fresh and hot, so indulge in their crispy goodness as soon as they are ready!
🍋🥚🌿 Dive into the delightful flavors of these Sweet Garbanzo Fritters, where the subtle sweetness of garbanzo beans meets the citrusy zest of lemon and warm spices, creating a culinary masterpiece that’s perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re serving them as a quick snack or a decadent dessert, these fritters are sure to impress with their crispy exterior and fluffy interior. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to fry up a batch of these irresistible treats that are guaranteed to leave your taste buds craving for more!
