Liberation Bites
Embark on a culinary journey with our "Liberation Bites," a special appetizer crafted in honor of International Day for the Abolition of Slavery. This dish is a symphony of flavors symbolizing unity, freedom, and the resilience of those who fought for emancipation.
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- cooking oil (for frying)
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mint (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt (to taste)
- Step 1: Prepare the Liberation Bites Batter
1- In a bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
2- Mix until you achieve a smooth batter.
- Step 2: Fry the Liberation Bites
1- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2- Spoon small portions of the batter into the hot oil, frying until golden brown.
3- Remove the bites from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Step 3: Make the Yogurt Dipping Sauce
1- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, and salt.
2- Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
- Serve and Enjoy the Liberation Bites
1- Arrange the "Liberation Bites" on a serving platter.
2- Serve with the refreshing yogurt dipping sauce on the side.