Simple Breaded Chickpea Cutlets

Cookinero 18 Apr 2025

Chickpea cutlets - a recipe for a simple Lenten dish made from Turkish peas. To make delicious chickpea cutlets, the beans need to be soaked in water for 10 hours. Chickpea cutlets are vegetarian, chickpeas cope well with replenishing the protein norm. Cooking chickpea cutlets takes little time, but the result is excellent. In Turkey, chickpeas are called golden grain. And this is well deserved. Peas help prolong youth, improve digestion and strengthen the immune system.

How to cook Simple Breaded Chickpea Cutlets

Step 1

Simple Breaded Chickpea Cutlets

Boil the chickpeas. Add the soaked chickpeas to salted water and cook for 1 hour, then drain the water. Grind the peas into a puree, add garlic, salt, pepper and mix.

Step 2

Simple Breaded Chickpea Cutlets

Fry the chickpea cutlets. Place breadcrumbs on a plate. Form round cutlets by hand and roll them in breadcrumbs. Fry the cutlets in a hot frying pan with vegetable oil for 4-5 minutes on each side.

Simple Breaded Chickpea Cutlets - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, canned chickpeas work well and save time. Just drain and rinse them before mashing. You may need to adjust salt since canned chickpeas often contain added sodium.
Replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour, crushed gluten-free crackers, or cornmeal for a crispy coating.
Store cooled cutlets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or oven for best texture.
Absolutely! Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, for a healthier option with less oil.
Pair with a fresh salad, roasted veggies, tahini sauce, or in a pita wrap with hummus for a satisfying dish.
Yes! Shape and bread the cutlets, then freeze on a tray before transferring to a bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Try mixing in spices like cumin, paprika, or fresh herbs like parsley for extra depth. Lemon zest also brightens the flavor.
Use a high-smoke-point oil like sunflower, avocado, or refined coconut oil for even frying without burning.

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