How To Make Herby Chickpea Balls with Tomato Sauce
Delicious vegetarian chickpea balls flavored with herbs, served with a tangy tomato sauce.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cans (400g each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork. Add the onion, garlic, fresh herbs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg. Mix well to combine.
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Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpea balls and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Return the chickpea balls to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Serve the herby chickpea balls with tomato sauce over cooked pasta or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Calories : 350kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Sodium : 650mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 46g
- Dietary Fiber : 12g
- Sugars : 8g
- Protein : 15g
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