Chickpea Pancakes with Spicy Vegetables

Chickpea Pancakes with Spicy Vegetables

1 C. chickpea flour
3/4 C. cold water
2 T. olive oil
1 egg
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 small onion
1 zucchini
2 large cauliflower florets
1 tsp. fresh ginger
.12 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2 T. tomato sauce
1 scallion

Generously coat an 8″ nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Place the flour in a bowl and gradually whisk in 3/4 C. cold water to make a smooth batter the consistency of thin cream (add more water if needed). Whisk in 2 T. of the oil, the egg, 1/8 tsp. of the salt, and 1/8 tsp. of the pepper. Pour 3 T. batter into the skillet and quickly tilt the skillet to coat the bottom with a thin layer of batter. Cook the first side until nicely browned, about 1 minute. Turn the pancake with a spatula and cook the second side for 30 to 45 seconds (it will look spotty). Slide the pancake onto a plate and cook the rest in the same fashion. Cover with foil to keep warm. Heat the remaining 1 T. oil in another skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, zucchini, cauliflower, ginger, cumin, and pepper flakes. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato sauce, cover, and cook until the vegetables are tender and the liquid is evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the scallion, the remaining 1/8 tsp. salt, and the remaining 1/8 tsp. pepper. Arrange a pancake, attractive side down, on a plate, and spoon the vegetables in a line one-third of the way from one edge and roll up. Assemble the remaining pancakes in the same manner.

Calories: 214
Fat: 13g
Fiber: 3g

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