Crispy Chickpea Panisses with Spicy Cheddar
Enjoy these flavorful and crispy chickpea fritters, perfect as a starter or light meal. A delicious twist on traditional panisses, featuring a spicy cheddar topping.
Equipment Needed
- 9-inch Springform Pan
- Cutting board
- Heavy-bottomed pot
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Whisk
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 125.00 gChickpea Flour(Ensure it's gluten-free.)
- 2.00 tspKosher Salt(Adjust to taste.)
- 0.75 tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground for best flavor.)
- 225.00 mlWater(Room temperature.)
- 4.00 TbspUnsalted Butter(Cut into small pieces.)
- 2.00 ozSpicy Cheddar Cheese(Finely grated.)
- 1.00 TbspExtra Virgin Olive Oil(For greasing the pan.)
- 0.50 cupVegetable Oil(For frying.)
- 0.50 cupVegetable Oil(For frying.)
Instructions
Whisk together chickpea flour, salt, pepper, and water in a heavy-bottomed pot until smooth. Add butter and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened (about 15 minutes).
Estimated time: 15 minutes
Stir in the grated spicy cheddar cheese.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Grease a 9-inch springform pan with olive oil. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the batter to set.
Estimated time: 30 minutes
Carefully invert the pan onto a cutting board and slice into ¼-inch strips.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Heat vegetable oil and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Fry the panisse strips in batches, turning until golden brown and crispy (about 3-4 minutes per batch).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
Estimated time: 3 minutes
Serve immediately, topped with extra spicy cheddar and a sprinkle of black pepper.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Serve hot with a side salad or a dipping sauce.
Estimated time: 2 minutes