Chickpea Galettes

Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups plain Greek yoghurt
• 6 scallions, sliced thin
• 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
• 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed
• 2 large eggs
• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 shallot, minced

Preparation

• Pulse chickpeas coarsely in food processor with shallot, garam masala, cayenne, and cilantro.
• Combine in large bowl with eggs, 2 tbsp oil, yoghurt, pinch of salt, scallions, and bread crumbs.
• Form mixture into patties/cutlets/galettes and fry in pan with oil at medium heat.
• Patties are done when well browned on each side.
• Serve with yoghurt like sauce-- tzatziki is a good option.