Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Dill Sauce

Chickpea Patties with Yogurt Dill Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Chickpea Patties:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying

For the Yogurt Dill Sauce:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Yogurt Dill Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Prepare the Chickpea Patties:
   • In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some chunks remaining.
   • Add the egg yolks, chopped red bell pepper, chopped green onions, chopped fresh parsley, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
   • Stir in the bread crumbs until the mixture holds together.
3. Form the Patties:
   • Using your hands, shape the chickpea mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter.
4. Cook the Patties:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties in batches, cooking each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the chickpea patties warm with the yogurt dill sauce on the side.

Keyphrase:

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