Chickpea Patties with Mint Raita

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Chickpea Patties with Mint Raita

 

 

1 1/2 cups dried chickpeas

1 onion, finely chopped

2 teaspoons finely grated ginger

1 garlic clove, crushed

1/3 cup chopped coriander

1 green chilli, finely chopped

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

6 fresh curry leaves

vegetable oil, to fry

 

Mint Raita:

 

1 cup coarsely chopped mint

1 teaspoon finely grated ginger

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 cup plain soy yogurt

 

 

1. Place chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Cover

and set aside to soak for 2 hours.

 

2. Meanwhile, make mint raita by combining all ingredients in a small

bowl. Cover and chill.

 

3. Drain chickpeas, reserving 1 cup of soaking water. Process in a

food processor, adding a little soaking water if necessary, to make a

smooth paste. Add onion, ginger, garlic, coriander, chilli, cumin and

curry leaves. Process until combined and season.

 

4. Shape tablespoons of mixture into small patties.

 

5. Heat 2 cm (3/4 " ) of oil in a heavy-based frying pan to 180 C (350

F). Cook patties for 2 minutes each side, in batches, until golden

brown. Drain on paper towel. Serve hot with mint raita.

 

 

Serves 10 or more.