These easy fritters are nutritious and versatile.
Bake in the oven instead of pan fry. It's healthier, plus you can set a timer and walk away!
Keep some in the freezer, take them to work. Why not create a brunch by adding a poached egg?
Guacamole and natural yoghurt are perfect pairings.
I like to soak the canned chickpeas for a couple of hours with a dash of Apple Cider Vinegar. This further reduces phytates and reduces any toxins. It's up to you if you do this step. Otherwise, just rinse and use from the can.
Nutrition breakdown:
These delicious fritters are nutrient rich. Lots of bang for your buck!
Carrots are a great source of healthy carbohydrates, providing you with energy to move and for your body to function. Carbs are essential fuel for the brain.
Carrots are also rich in antioxidants, such as beta-carotene, which protect your body's cells from damage.
Onion possesses flavonoid antioxidants, which reduce risk of colorectal cancer.
Garlic has prebiotics (to feed the good gut bacteria) plus antimicrobial properties too.
Coriander (cilantro) has vitamin K, antioxidants and folate.
Eggs are rich in protein and essential minerals, including iron, plus carotenoids and disease fighting compounds such as lutein.
Spices are great for flavour, preserving and reducing inflammation in the body.
NOTE:
When it comes to your food, source the best quality possible. Here's 4 tips:
non BPA lined cans
pasture-raised eggs
no gmo chickpeas & flax
organic veggies when available
use biodegradable baking paper
RECIPE:
1 can chickpeas
3 medium carrots
1 level dessert spoon of flax
1 brown onion
a handful fennel.
1 large handful coriander.
2 cloves garlic
2 eggs
1.5 teaspoon Moroccan spice
I used turmeric, cinnamon, cardamon & pepper for my spices.
salt to taste
WHAT TO DO
Preheat oven to 200c (390f).
Place carrot, fennel, onion and garlic in the food processor and choose the chop/grate setting.
Add the chickpeas and process to desired consistency.
Place ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Add the eggs, spices and flax.
Taste and add more spices as preferred.
Place spoonfuls onto a lined oven tray- pat down into shape.
Bake for around 20-30 mins.
If you don't have a food processor, simply grate the ingredients, and mix together in a mixing bowl, lightly mashing the chickpeas.
Tabbouleh is a delicious side, also nutrient dense.
These carrot & chickpea fritters are rich in protein and fibre, and are packed with vitamins & minerals.
Serve with your choice of salad or veggies. It is good to include a vitamin C rich food, such as tomato, mango or berries, to boost iron absorption.
Substitutes:
Add more flax instead of egg for vegan option.
swap coriander for rocket if preferred.
I hope you enjoyed this recipe and blog.
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