Description
This Crispy Chickpea Flatbread is packed with Mediterranean flavors and made with chickpea flour, making it naturally gluten-free, protein-rich, and vegan-friendly. Lightly crispy on the outside and soft inside, it’s perfect for dipping, serving as a side, or enjoying as a snack!
Ingredients
- Base: 1 cup chickpea flour (gram flour), ¾ cup water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Seasonings: ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Add-ins & Toppings: ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, salt, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Add Liquid: Slowly add water while whisking until smooth. Stir in olive oil and lemon juice, then let the batter rest for 10–15 minutes.
- Preheat Pan: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with olive oil.
- Cook Flatbread: Stir baking powder into the batter. Pour a ladleful into the hot pan, spreading evenly. Cook for 3–4 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat & Garnish: Cook remaining batter, then sprinkle with fresh parsley, rosemary, and sesame seeds.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with hummus, tzatziki, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Spicy Option: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Cheesy Twist: Stir in nutritional yeast or crumbled feta.
- Baking Alternative: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes instead of pan-frying.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze with parchment between layers for 2 months.
