Chickpea (Dare I Say Falafel) Burgers

• 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
• 100 grams carrots (diced)
• 100 grams celery
• 370 grams chickpeas (boxed)
• 30 grams parsley
• 30 grams coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or chipotle powder)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon roasted cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon asafoetida
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoon cornstarch

1. Finely chop carrots & celery.

2. Add oil to a frying pan and heat. Once warm, add the asafoetida and celery. Sauté for a coupe of minutes.

3. Add carrots and sauté till soft.

4. Drain a can of chickpeas and add them to a food processor with the cooked carrots, celery mix, and the remaining ingredients. Process it till combined.

5. If the mix feels too wet, add a little more flour or a tbsp of breadcrumbs.

6. Take ⅓ cup of the mix and mold into patties.

7. Preheat Oven to 400˚F. For crispy burgers, lay parchment paper onto a baking tray, brush with oil and then place patties into a preheated oven 12 - 15 minutes on each side.

8. Serve with roasted pepper & tahini sauce or IN N OUT sauce, and slice of vegan cheddar on a burger bun.

9. Say a little prayer of thanks, sprinkle some love, & serve with a smile. ❤️