Baked Chickpea Patties
These golden, crispy-edged baked chickpea patties are packed with wholesome herbs and spices for a deliciously healthy plant-based meal.
Ingredients
- •2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- •1/2 cup rolled oats or breadcrumbs
- •1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tablespoon ground cumin
- •1 teaspoon ground coriander
- •2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- •2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a food processor, pulse the rolled oats until they form a coarse flour, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- 3
Add the drained chickpeas to the food processor and pulse a few times until coarsely mashed, ensuring they do not become a pureed paste.
- 4
Transfer the mashed chickpeas to the bowl with the oat flour.
- 5
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, lemon juice, fresh parsley, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- 6
Mix everything thoroughly with your hands or a wooden spoon until the mixture holds together well when squeezed.
- 7
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them firmly into round, flat patties, placing them onto the prepared baking sheet.
- 8
Lightly brush the tops of the patties with a little olive oil to help them brown in the oven.
- 9
Bake for 15 minutes, then carefully flip each patty and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
💡 Chef tips
- You can substitute gluten-free oats or breadcrumbs if you prefer a gluten-free version.
- Uncooked shaped patties can be frozen on a tray for up to a month; just bake them straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Store leftover baked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheat them in a toaster oven for crispiness.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished patties emerge from the oven with a fragrant aroma of toasted cumin and garlic, featuring a beautifully golden-brown crust and a tender, savory interior.