Dinner: Chickpea Cutlets

Meaty vegan cutlets made from chickpeas, gluten and spices.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Total Time: 60 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Chickpea Cutlets

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1 cup chickpeas
2 tbsps olive oil
4 oz wheat gluten
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup vegetable broth
2 tbsps soy sauce
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp lemon
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp dried rubbed sage

Instructions

1. Mash the chickpeas and oil together until no whole chickpeas remain.

2. Add remaining ingredients and knead for 3 minutes until strings of gluten have formed.

3. Pre-heat large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

4. Divide dough into four equal pieces. Flatten each piece and stretch to roughly 4" x 6".

5. To pan-fry, add a thin layer of olive oil to the pan.

6. Place cutlets in the pan and cook on each side for 6 to 7 minute They are ready when lightly brown and firm to the touch.

7. To bake, pre-heat oven to 375 °F (190 °C), and lightly oil baking sheet. Brush both sides of each patty with olive oil, place on baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes.

8. Flip patties and bake another 8 to 10 minutes until firm and golden brown.