Tag: Chickpea flour

Socca nicoise on the griddle
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Socca Niçoise au Four

This roasted chickpea crepe is a famous specialty from Nice. The batter is baked on large copper pans in wood-fired ovens and is a popular snack or starter to a meal.

Bowl of gundi in broth with vegetables
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Gundi

Gundi, a wholesome and comforting dish of dumplings made of ground chicken and chickpea flour, originated with the Jewish population of Iran.

Balls of besan laddu
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Besan Laddu

Besan laddu or ladoo is a very easy sweet to make and is popular throughout India, especially at festivals and celebrations. It is said to be the favorite sweet of the elephant-headed Lord Ganesh.

Pakora (Indian, Pakistani vegetable fritters)
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Pakora

Pakoras, savory fritters, are a very popular chaat (snack or appetizer) in Pakistan and northern India. The chickpea batter gives them a unique flavor.