Green Garbanzo Croquette Recipe
Goan Curry | Avocado | Melon | Sikil P'ak
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Ingredients
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Croquette Mixture
Goan Curry Sauce
Avocado and Melon Salad
Sikil P'ak
Method
Croquette Preparation
- 1
Cook the Green Garbanzo Beans
In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add green garbanzo beans and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- 2
Prepare the Mixture
In a large bowl, mash the cooked green garbanzo beans. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, cilantro, rice flour, curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Croquettes
Shape the mixture into small patties or balls, about 2 inches in diameter. Place on a tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- 4
Fry the Croquettes
In a deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Goan Curry Sauce
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, Goan curry paste, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Finish the Sauce
Stir in lime juice and season with salt to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
Avocado and Melon Salad
- 7
Sikil P'ak Preparation
- 8
Toast the Pumpkin Seeds
In a dry skillet, toast pumpkin seeds over medium heat until they begin to pop, about 3-5 minutes. Let cool.
- 9
Make the Sikil P'ak
In a blender, combine toasted pumpkin seeds, chopped tomato, green chili, cilantro, and salt. Blend until smooth, adding water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
