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Middle Eastern Spiced Chickpea Fries

Pair your next veggie burger with these crispy chickpea fries with sumac and a dusting of Aleppo pepper for seasoning.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 10 -12 servings
Calories: 469 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups chickpea flour
  • 1 tablespoon sumac
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • Aleppo pepper for dusting
  • green and red harissa for dipping

Instructions

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  1. In a large pot, bring the water and salt to a boil. Whisk in the chickpea flour and sumac, stirring vigorously for 2-3 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed and there are only very small lumps. It will be the consistency of polenta. Remove the pot from the heat.
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the batter onto the prepared pan in a ½-inch thick layer. It won't take up the whole pan, but almost. Set aside to firm up for 30 minutes.
  3. Cut the mixture into rectangular 2x½-inch pieces.
  4. Pour the vegetable oil into a large, deep cast-iron skillet. Turn the heat to medium-high. Once the oil is hot enough (it should sizzle the second a fry is put in the pan), add about 8 fries to the pan. Cook until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining fries. Sprinkle with aleppo pepper and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adapted from Food 52

Nutrition Information

Calories 469kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 45g (69%) Saturated Fat 36g (180%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 718mg (30%) Potassium 203mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 10IU (0%) Calcium 14mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10-12 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 469

% Daily Value*

Calories 469kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 45g 69%
Saturated Fat 36g 180%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 718mg 30%
Potassium 203mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 10IU 0%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.