Falafel Patties - Diabetic Friendly

Submitted by kitty.rock

"From "Mr. Food Every Day's A Holiday Diabetic Cookbook" and posted for ZWT6."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 24 patties
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed (garbanzo beans)
• 1⁄2 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1⁄2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 small onion, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground red pepper (or more to taste)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

directions

1. In a food processor fitted with its metal cutting blade, process all the ingredients until thoroughly combined.
2. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
3. Shape the mixture into 24 patties, about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
4. Coat a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat the skilled over medium heat.
5. Add the patties in batches and cook for 3 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden.
6. Serve warm.

Reviews

[Lucky in Bayview]

Tasty! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

 

[ElaineAnn]

I halved the recipe, using 1 egg white and panko crumbs. Served with Recipe #171681 and Recipe #228801 for a light but satisfying supper. Thanks for posting Kitty. Made for Zwizzle Chicks for ZWT6.