Savoury Chickpea Pancake (Vegan, GF) Recipe
This Savoury Chickpea Pancake is a delicious vegan and gluten-free recipe that combines protein-rich gram flour and silken tofu to create a fluffy, savory pancake. Enhanced with nutritional yeast and aromatic herbs, it’s quick to make and perfect for a nourishing breakfast or light meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan,Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 75 g (½ cup) gram flour
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic granules
- ¼ teaspoon onion granules
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Pepper, to taste
Wet Ingredients
- 125 g (4 ½ oz) silken tofu
- 60 ml (¼ cup) water
- ½ tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for frying)
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Place all the dry and wet ingredients into a blender. Blitz until the batter is smooth and lump-free, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure even mixing.
- Heat Pan and Cook First Side: Heat a little olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Pour in the batter and swirl the pan to spread it evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set.
- Flip and Cook Second Side: Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula. Cook for another minute, allowing the other side to brown lightly and the pancake to cook through.
- Serve: Remove from the pan and serve hot with your choice of fillings such as vegetables, avocado, or vegan cheese.
Notes
- Using silken tofu helps achieve a smooth and tender texture.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more herbs or spices if desired.
- The batter can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Use a non-stick pan and enough oil to prevent sticking and help browning.
- This recipe yields one large pancake, suitable for one serving.
