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
- 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.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- 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.
- Cook the appetizers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the appetizers from the pan and drain on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
- 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
Nutritionfacts | Serving 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 |
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Preparation Time | 20 minutes |
Allergy Information | Gluten-free, soy-free |