What is good about air fryer vegetarian patties
Many people enjoy vegetarian patties because they are very easy to prepare. They provide a good source of plant based protein and vitamins from the fresh vegetables. This recipe allows you to use up various leftover vegetables you might have in the fridge. Cooking vegetarian patties in the saves time compared to using a traditional oven.
A step-by-step guide to air fryer vegetarian patties
Prepare ingredients: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly before placing them in a bowl. Grate the carrot and finely chop the onion and garlic into small pieces.
Mix components: Mash the chickpeas with a fork or use a food processor for a smoother texture. Stir in the carrot, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs and spices until well combined.
Shape patties: Form the mixture into four even rounds using your hands. Ensure the vegetarian patties are firm so they do not fall apart during the cooking process.
Air fry: Place the patties in the basket and cook at 200C for 12 minutes. Turn them over halfway through to get an even golden colour and crispy texture on both sides.
Tips to make air fryer vegetarian patties even better
Brush a tiny amount of oil onto the surface of the patties before cooking to get a better crunch. If the mixture feels too wet to shape, add another spoonful of breadcrumbs to bind it better. You can experiment with different spices like smoked paprika or coriander to change the flavour profile.
Let the vegetarian patties rest for a minute after cooking so they firm up properly. This helps prevent them from breaking when you lift them out of the basket. Ensure you do not overcrowd the basket so the air can circulate freely around each patty.
If you enjoyed this recipe, you might also try
air fryer garlic baguettes,
air fryer tuna steak or
air fryer asparagus.
