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    Home » Appetizers » Chickpea Patty with Teff and TVP Granules

    Published: Jun 25, 2021 · Modified: Jul 6, 2021 by Priya * This post may contain affiliate links.

    Chickpea Patty with Teff and TVP Granules

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    a hand picking up one chickpea patty from a stack and text at the top
    chickpea patties served on a platter with text at the bottom
    close up of a platter filled with chickpea pattys and text at the top right

    Vegan and Gluten-free Chickpea patty is a veggie cutlet recipe made with Teff grains and TVP granules.

    Serve these delicious patties as appetizers, snacks, or use them as stuffing for burgers and sandwiches!

    This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Maskal Teff‎. The opinions and texts are all mine.

    TVP tikkis served in a platter

    Nourishing and delicious!

    Table of Contents

    • One dish with many names!
    • Trending now
    • Railway Cutlets
    • Why make this
    • Benefits of Teff
    • Benefits of TVP
    • Benefits of chickpeas
    • Ingredients needed
    • Here's how to make it
    • Serving suggestions
    • Top tips, recommendations, and suggestions
    • Chickpea Patty with Teff and TVP Granules

    One dish with many names!

    You can call it a patty, cutlet, or tikki! No matter what you call it, this dish is a crowd-pleaser! Veggie Cutlets and tikkis are popular Indian snacks. 

    They also form an essential part of the Indian street food scene. I have some very fond memories of enjoying this mouth-watering food along with my family and friends at popular food joints in Bombay. 

    Snacks like these are popular for a reason! They are easy and quick to make. The texture is crispy on the outside and soft inside. You will find many varieties of tikkis and cutlets in our cuisine. 

    Trending now

    Railway Cutlets

    This recipe is also my take on the very popular vegetable cutlets that used to be served on long-distance train journeys in India, back in the day. In fact, that is why and how it got its unique name. 

    Every Summer, my family and I would visit my mother's childhood home in Trichy (South of India). An overnight journey by train was the only way to get there. Besides all the fun and games, we also looked forward to various snacks available at different train stations. 

    Although we would pack food for most of the trip, our parents would buy snacks like Vada Pav, boiled corn and peanuts, freshly cut cucumber/guava served with chilly powder on top, and railway cutlets for us. 

    The cutlets were both crispy and soft at the same time. Made with different veggies and were served with bread, they were one of the highlights of the train ride. Today's recipe is an ode to those wonderful childhood memories. 

    Fun fact - Cutlets is an Anglo-Indian invention. Since the Indian Railways were introduced by the British, there was a lot of influence on the foods served there. Isn't that cool?

    close up of a platter filled with chickpea pattys

    Crispy outside, soft inside!

    Why make this

    I love this veggie cutlet recipe because it brings together some unusual ingredients. Teff grains, TVP or soya granules, and chickpeas come together beautifully to form this yummy patty!

    • This recipe is vegan and gluten-free
    • It's a healthy, protein-rich snack
    • Very easy and simple to make
    • A unique recipe to make with teff and TVP
    • Great way to sneak in veggies and other ingredients 
    • Can be served in many ways
    • Very delicious to taste
    Maskal Teff grains packet

    A must-have in any pantry!

    Benefits of Teff

    Teff is an ancient naturally gluten-free, vegan, Ethiopian grain. It's nutrient-dense, rich in protein, non-GMO, and glyphosate-free. 

    It's usually ground into flour and used to make Injera bread, but it can be steamed, or boiled and used in a variety of recipes. It's a good source of calcium, iron, manganese, magnesium, zinc, and dietary fiber. 

    You can read more about Teff on Maskal Teff's website. I recently discovered this amazing grain and have been experimenting with it quite a bit.

    For example, I made some Gluten-Free Teff Idlis and they tasted so good! I will be sharing more teff recipes in the coming weeks. Stay tuned. 

    Maskal Teff is available in most leading grocery stores, or you can order directly from their website or through Amazon. 

    Gluten-free Maskal Teff grains are packaged in 4 different varieties:

    • Brown - has a slightly nutty flavor
    • Ivory - which has a sweet, mild flavor
    • Flour - you can use to bake homemade bread, cookies, or cakes
    • Grain - which you can use in cereals, soups, stews, etc.

    Benefits of TVP

    TVP or textured vegetable protein is a complete protein because it contains all nine of the essential amino acids we must obtain from food. 

    It's high in fiber and low in calories. This soy protein also contains no fat, cholesterol, or saturated fat. You get them in chunks (soya chunks) form or granules. 

    For vegans and vegetarians, it can be a great substitute for meat because of its texture. TVP in any form is a must-have in our pantry. I have used TVP in chunks form in the Soya Pulao recipe. 

    Benefits of chickpeas

    Chickpeas as known to many have many health benefits. They are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. 

    They are high in protein and make an excellent replacement for meat. I prefer buying them raw and in bulk. It works out cheaper and raw ones are easy to store. 

    Ingredients needed

    all the ingredients needed to make chickpea patty placed on the table with labels on them

    These ingredients make it so wholesome!

    Chickpeas - You can either use raw ones or canned ones. If using raw, then soak them overnight and cook them the next day. Since we are cooking with teff which is a gluten-free grain, chickpeas also help bind the patties. 

    Gluten-free Teff grains - I prefer using Maskal Teff grains for this recipe. 

    TVP granules - They provide additional nutrition, protein, make it more filling and more flavorful.

    Basics - cilantro, onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies, or serrano peppers. 

    Spices - turmeric powder, chilly powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, and garam masala

    Cashews for presentation, breadcrumbs for coating, and oil for shallow frying. 

    Here's how to make it

    9 image collage showing how to make chickpea patty

    An easy-peasy recipe!

    Before we start making these chickpea patties, there is some quick prep that we need to do. 

    • Cook the chickpeas in advance or use canned chickpeas. 
    • Then cook the TVP granules as per the instructions on the packet. I microwaved it in a covered bowl filled with water, for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water and set it aside. 
    • Cook the Teff grains as per the packet instructions. I added them to a pan of boiling water and cooked them covered for 15 minutes. 

    Once all these 3 ingredients are ready, start to make the veggie cutlet. 

    1. To a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chickpeas. Mash lightly with a fork or a masher.
    2. Add the cooked Teff grains.
    3. Add the TVP granules.
    4. Add the chopped onions and cilantro.
    5. Add the minced ginger, garlic, and green chillies.
    6. Add the spices - turmeric powder, chilly powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and two tablespoons of breadcrumbs.
    7. Mix well until it forms a soft dough.
    8. Divide into 8 balls and shape them into tikkis or patties. You can also give them any other shape.  
      • Place half a cashew in the center and lightly press it in.
      • Coat them in breadcrumbs. Then refrigerate it until it's time to fry them. 
    9. Shallow fry them all in oil till they turn golden brown on both sides. 
    a hand picking up one chickpea patty from a stack

    Can you stop at just one?

    Serving suggestions

    The beauty of this Teff and TVP patty recipe is that you can get creative with serving it. They make yummy party appetizers! They are the perfect bite-sized treat for large gatherings. 

    You can also serve them as chaat similar to Sweet Potato Tikki Chole Chaat. They will taste yum! These veggie cutlets can be served as a tea-time snack or at parties. 

    They can also be enjoyed by themselves along with some spicy green chutney, ketchup, and meetha chutney on the side. It can be your quick snack when the craving hits. 

    Stuff a couple of these veggie cutlets between a burger or in a sandwich and enjoy a hearty meal! 

    Top tips, recommendations, and suggestions

    Feel free to load these cutlets with more veggies like beets, spinach, carrots, potatoes, and peas. If you don't want to add chickpeas or TVP in this recipe, then substitute them with any other cooked beans, lentils, or potatoes.

    Use plain or seasoned breadcrumbs. For coating the patties, you can also use rawa or semolina instead of breadcrumbs. 

    Alternate ways to cook them

    You can also deep-fry or air-fry them. They can also be baked till they turn golden brown and crisp. 

    How to store them

    The cooked chickpea patties can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat them in the microwave, or a skillet before serving. You can also quickly refry them to get back the crispy texture on the outside. 

    Uncooked patties can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. You can also freeze them for a couple of months. 

    teff cutlets served in a platter

    Serve this at your next party!

    If you’ve tried this Chickpea Patty with Teff and TVP Granules Recipe or any other recipe on the blog please let me know how it went by commenting below, I love hearing from you!

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    Lastly, do not forget to check out all the range of products at Maskal Teff. You can also find them at a store near you. It totally is a must-have pantry item!

    close up of a platter filled with chickpea pattys

    Chickpea Patty with Teff and TVP Granules

    Vegan and Gluten-free Chickpea patty is a veggie cutlet recipe made with Teff grains and TVP granules. Serve these delicious patties as appetizers, snacks, or use them as stuffing for burgers and sandwiches!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 8 cutlets
    Calories: 80.27kcal
    Author: Priya Lakshminarayan

    Equipment

    skillet

    Ingredients 

    • 1/2 cup cooked or canned chickpeas
    • 1/4 cup teff grains
    • 1/4 cup TVP granules
    • 1/4 cup cilantro
    • 1 cup onions chopped
    • 6 garlic minced
    • 1 inch ginger minced
    • 5 green chillies minced
    • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
    • 1 tsp chilly powder
    • 1 tsp cumin seeds
    • 1 tsp coriander powder
    • 1 tsp garam masala
    • Breadcrumbs
    • 8 cashews for garnish

    Instructions

    • Cook the chickpeas in advance or use canned chickpeas.
    • Cook the TVP granules as per the instructions on the packet. I microwaved it in a covered bowl filled with one cup of water, for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water and set it aside.
    • Also, cook the Teff grains as per packet instructions. I added them to a pan of one cup boiling water and cooked them covered for 15 minutes.
    • Once all these 3 ingredients are ready, start to make the veggie cutlet.
    • To a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chickpeas. Mash lightly with a fork or a masher.
    • Add the cooked Teff grains.
    • Then add the TVP granules.
    • Add the chopped onions and cilantro.
    • Add the minced ginger, garlic, and green chillies.
    • Add the spices -turmeric powder, chilly powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala, salt, and two tablespoons of breadcrumbs.
    • Mix well until it forms a soft dough.
    • Divide into 8 balls and shape the balls as tikkis or patties. You can also give them any other shape.
    • Place half a cashew in the center and lightly press it in.
    • Coat them in breadcrumbs. Then refrigerate it till it's time to fry them.
    • Heat a skillet or tawa. Shallow fry them all in oil till they turn golden brown on both sides.
    • Serve with chutney and/or ketchup.

    Notes

    Feel free to load these cutlets with more veggies like beets, spinach, carrots, potatoes, and peas. If you don't want to add chickpeas or TVP in this recipe, then substitute them with any other cooked beans, lentils, or potatoes.
    For coating the patties, you can also use rawa or semolina instead of breadcrumbs. 
    Alternate ways to cook them
    You can also deep-fry or air-fry them. They can also be baked till they turn golden brown and crisp. 
    How to store them
    Cooked chickpea patty can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. Reheat them in the microwave, or a skillet before serving. You can also quickly refry them to get back the crispy texture on the outside. 
    Uncooked patties can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. You can also freeze them for a couple of months. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 80.27kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.69g | Protein: 3.94g | Fat: 1.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.35g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.54g | Sodium: 101.7mg | Potassium: 125.61mg | Fiber: 3.5g | Sugar: 2.9g | Vitamin A: 114.95IU | Vitamin C: 5.98mg | Calcium: 40.04mg | Iron: 1.57mg
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    1. Anjali says

      June 27, 2021 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      I have never cooked with teff before but these chickpea patties look so delicious I can't wait to try making these at home!! I think my kids would really like this recipe too!

      Reply
    2. Biana says

      June 27, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Looks good! We like chickpeas, so chickpea patties sound delicious.

      Reply
    3. Andrea says

      June 27, 2021 at 5:12 pm

      5 stars
      Oh do these chickpea patties sound fantastic! Can't wait to try them.

      Reply
    4. Jill says

      June 27, 2021 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      I've never used teff or tvp - but I'm loving all the flavors you have going on in this recipe. So now I want to try it!

      Reply

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