Hot and Spicy Chickpea Poppers |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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An unbelievably delicious little appy. I actually made a double batch and could have made more - we ate them like little piggies. Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and mashed with fork |
1/3 cup parsley or 1/3 cup cilantro, finely chopped |
1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper, very finely minced |
1 tablespoon white vinegar |
1 tablespoon dried onion, minced |
1 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/3 teaspoon dried garlic granules |
1 egg, beaten to blend |
1/4 cup self rising flour |
4 ounces cheddar cheese, coarsely-grated |
salt and pepper, to taste |
oil, for shallow-frying |
1/2 cup flour |
2 tablespoons sesame seeds |
your favorite salsa |
Directions:
1. Combine all popper ingredients and knead together until fully combined. (the mixture will be slightly tacky) Shape into walnut-sized balls and flatten slightly between palms of hands.
2. Combine 1/2 cup flour with 2 tablespoons sesame seeds. Dredge the poppers in this mixture, pressing slightly so that sesame seeds adhere.
3. Shallow-fry in skillet, 2 minutes per side, turning over and frying other side when golden. Allow to cool a few minutes before serving alone, or with your favourite salsa.
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