Vegan East African Spiced Appetizer

A mouthwatering vegan East African appetizer bursting with vibrant spices, crispy texture, and colorful vegetables, beautifully presented on a clean, spotless table.
Vegan East African Spiced Appetizer

Introduction

Indulge in the rich and flavorful taste of East African cuisine with this vegan twist on a classic appetizer. In this recipe, we combine the vibrant flavors of traditional spices with locally sourced ingredients to create a dish that is both delicious and sustainable.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the chickpea flour, water, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a smooth batter.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  3. Spoon a tablespoon of the batter into the hot oil, spreading it slightly with the back of the spoon to form a small round shape. Repeat with the remaining batter, frying a few at a time.
  4. Cook the appetizers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove the appetizers from the pan and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
  6. Serve the vegan East African spiced appetizers hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy this rich appetizer as a delightful start to your meal or as a standalone dish. The combination of aromatic spices and plant-based ingredients is sure to impress your taste buds!

Nia

Additional Information
NutritionfactsServing Size: 1 appetizer
Calories: 80
Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 50mg
Total Carbohydrate: 9g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 1g
Protein: 3g 
Preparation Time20 minutes 
Allergy InformationGluten-free, soy-free