Golden Chickpea Pancakes With Spiced Veggie Topping Recipe
English cuisine · 613 calories

About this recipe
Start your morning with Golden Chickpea Pancakes topped with a flavorful spiced vegetable medley. This vegetarian breakfast blends protein-packed chickpea flour pancakes with a savory topping made from fresh carrots, onion, and chayote squash. Enhanced with Moroccan spices and black garlic, the dish boasts a bold taste and irresistible aroma. Each pancake is golden, fluffy, and satisfying, while the veggie topping adds layers of texture and nutrients. With 37 grams of protein and a balanced mix of fiber, carbs, and healthy fats, this breakfast supports muscle recovery and fuels your day. Perfect for gym prep or a leisurely weekend breakfast, it’s a dish that’s both tasty and energizing. Serve warm, garnish with fresh coriander, and enjoy the fusion of hearty flavors and wholesome goodness!
Ingredients
- NaN Trs Gram Flour
- 1 Onion Large 1 Each
- 100 g Yorkshire English Carrots 100G
- 3 Pack Fresh Chow Chow Vegetable I Fresh Chayote Squash I Pack Of 3
- 1 Ltr Ktc Sunflower Oil
- 50G The Garlic Farm Black Garlic Cloves
- 100 G Trs Ground Cumin Jeera Powder
- - Spice Kitchen Moroccan Spice Tin
- - Maldon Flakes Sea Salt
- 113G Royal Baking Powder Tin, 113G
- 750 G Top-Op Table Salt Drums
- 1 Kg Nuzest Rich Chocolate Clean Lean Protein Powder
- 250 Ml Trs Lemon Juice 250Ml
- 1 Bunch Coriander - Bunch
Instructions
- 1. Peel and finely chop the onion, carrot, and chayote squash into small cubes for the topping.
- 2. Heat the rapeseed oil in a frying pan and sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Add the chopped carrots and chayote squash to the pan and cook for another 10 minutes until tender.
- 4. Stir in the black garlic, cumin powder, and Moroccan spice mix, cooking for 2 minutes to ensure the spices are aromatic.
- 5. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, baking powder, salt, and protein powder, then gradually whisk in water to create a smooth batter.
- 6. Heat a non-stick skillet and lightly grease with rapeseed oil to prepare for pancake cooking.
- 7. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a pancake, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- 8. Repeat the process until all the batter is used, making 4 pancakes total.
- 9. Layer the cooked pancakes on serving plates, topping each with the spiced vegetable mixture.
- 10. Garnish the pancakes with freshly chopped coriander leaves and a drizzle of lemon juice for added flavor.
- 11. Serve warm and enjoy a protein-packed breakfast to fuel your day.
How to make Golden Chickpea Pancakes With Spiced Veggie Topping
- Sauté the vegetables. Finely chop the onion, carrot and chayote squash. Sauté the onion in rapeseed oil for about 5 minutes until translucent, then add the carrots and squash and cook for 10 minutes until tender.
- Spice the topping. Stir in the black garlic, cumin powder and Moroccan spice mix and cook for 2 minutes until the spices are aromatic.
- Make the batter. Combine the chickpea flour, baking powder, salt and protein powder, then gradually whisk in water to make a smooth batter. Lightly grease a non-stick skillet with rapeseed oil and heat it.
- Cook the pancakes. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet, spread it evenly and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Repeat until all the batter is used, making 4 pancakes.
- Top and serve. Layer the pancakes on plates, top each with the spiced vegetables, and finish with chopped coriander and a drizzle of lemon juice. Serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
- How long do Golden Chickpea Pancakes with Spiced Veggie Topping take?
- About 35 minutes, with 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking for the spiced vegetable topping and the pancakes.
- Are Golden Chickpea Pancakes with Spiced Veggie Topping vegetarian?
- Yes, they are vegetarian. The pancakes are made from gram flour batter and topped with onion, carrot and chayote cooked with cumin and Moroccan spice.
- How do I stop chickpea pancakes sticking?
- Use a non-stick pan, grease it lightly before each pancake and wait until the underside is set and golden before flipping.
- What can I use instead of chayote in the veggie topping?
- Swap it for courgette or diced squash. Courgette cooks a little faster, so add it a few minutes after the carrot.
- What should I serve with gram flour pancakes?
- A drizzle of lemon and fresh coriander finishes them, and a spoonful of yoghurt or a sharp green chutney on the side works well.