Crispy Baked Chickpea Croquettes with Mango Salsa Recipe
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About Crispy Baked Chickpea Croquettes with Mango Salsa Recipe
Conquer those pesky between-meal hunger pangs with these healthy and delicious chickpea croquettes! Perfect for weight management, this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a satisfying snack that's far better than reaching for unhealthy options.Boiled chickpeas form the base of these crispy croquettes, seasoned with a flavorful spice blend. The vibrant mango salsa adds a sweet and spicy counterpoint, creating a delightful flavor combination.Keep the croquette ingredients on hand for a quick and easy healthy snack anytime. Prepare the salsa in advance and chill for a refreshing contrast to the warm, crispy croquettes.
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Prep15 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chickpea Croquettes
- 1 1/2 cup Chickpeas cooked, drained
- 1 Onion finely chopped
- 1 Chili finely chopped, green
- 3 tbsp Coriander chopped, fresh
- 2 tsp Pav Bhaji Masala or your favorite spice blend
- 1-2 tsp Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp Breadcrumb panko recommended for extra crispiness
For the Mango Salsa
- 1/2 cup Mango diced, ripe
- 1/2 cup Bell Peppers diced, mix of colors recommended
- 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes
- 1 pinch Oregano dried
- 1-2 tsp Salt to taste
- 1-2 tbsp Herbs chopped cilantro or parsley, for garnish, fresh
Instructions
Prepare the Chickpea Croquettes
- Finely chop the onion and green chili.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped onion and chili, cooked chickpeas, pav bhaji masala (or your spice blend), chopped coriander, and salt. Mash the mixture together until it forms a dough-like consistency.
- Add breadcrumbs to the mixture and mix thoroughly to bind the croquettes.
- Divide the mixture into 10 equal portions and shape each into a small disc or patty.
- Place the croquettes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Prepare the Mango Salsa
- In a separate bowl, combine the diced mango, bell peppers, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and fresh herbs.
- Mix well and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
- Serve the warm, crispy chickpea croquettes with the chilled mango salsa. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For extra crispy croquettes, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes and green chili to your preferred spice level.
- Feel free to experiment with different spice blends to customize the flavor of the croquettes.
- Prepare the salsa ahead of time to allow the flavors to develop and the salsa to chill thoroughly.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1614mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 3mg
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Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Looks so good! Can’t wait to try it.
Wow … I will try this .. it looks to tempting
Beautiful picture..
Absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe.