Chickpea And Sweet Potato Koftas (Reduced Fat)

Name: Chickpea And Sweet Potato Koftas (Reduced Fat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium sweet potatoes or 1 medium yam; 1 (15 ounce) can cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1 large garlic clove; 2 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 teaspoons lightly toasted cumin seeds; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; fresh ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons unbleached white flour; 1 cup peas; vegetable oil, for sauteeing

Servings: persons

1 medium sweet potatoes or 1 medium yam
1 (15 ounce) can cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large garlic clove
2 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons lightly toasted cumin seeds
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unbleached white flour
1 cup peas
vegetable oil, for sauteeing

1
Peel and dice the sweet potato or yam, and cook it in boiling water until soft (about 10 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces). Drain well. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of cooked sweet potato. Transfer to a food processor.
2
Add all other ingredients, except the flour, peas, and oil. Puree until fairly smooth. (The mixture might be very thick, depending on the sweet potato or yam, so be patient with this process.) Transfer to a bowl.
3
Stir in the flour until thoroughly incorporated, then gently stir in the peas. Form into large or small patties. To make them really uniform and professional looking, use a 1/4-cup-capacity ice cream scoop or a 1/4-cup measure to scoop up portions of the mixture, then pat each one down until it is about 1/2-inch thick and 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
4
Place a skillet over medium heat and add a little bit of oil. When the oil is really hot, add the patties, and saute for about 8 to 10 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and heated through. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

241

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium sweet potatoes or 1 medium yam, 1 (15 ounce) can cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained, 1 large garlic clove, 2 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Chickpea And Sweet Potato Koftas (Reduced Fat) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!