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Savory Vegan Chickpea Nuggets | Vegetarian Recipe

Crispy, flavorful plant based nuggets made from chickpeas, herbs, and simple pantry staples.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Produce
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 small Onion minced
Condiments
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup
Grains & Binders
  • 1 cup Oats
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch or flour
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Liquids
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 tbsp Water as needed for texture

Method
 

  1. Blend chickpeas with garlic, onion, mustard, soy sauce, and syrup.
  2. Mix in oats, spices, nutritional yeast, and seasonings.
  3. Shape into nuggets and coat in breadcrumbs.
  4. Pan fry or air fry until golden and crisp.
  5. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.