Name: Panelle (Sicilian Chickpea Fritters)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 40
Ingredients: Chickpea flour - 3 cups; Salt to taste - 3 cups; Water - 6 cups; Chopped fresh parsley, or to taste - 1 tablespoon; Ground black pepper to taste - 1 tablespoon; Vegetable oil, or as needed - 1 quart

Ingredients for - Panelle (Sicilian Chickpea Fritters)

1. Chickpea flour 3 cups

2. Salt to taste 3 cups

3. Water 6 cups

4. Chopped fresh parsley, or to taste 1 tablespoon

5. Ground black pepper to taste 1 tablespoon

6. Vegetable oil, or as needed 1 quart

How to cook deliciously - Panelle (Sicilian Chickpea Fritters)

1 . Stage

Place chickpea flour and some salt in a large saucepan over low heat. Pour in water, a little at a time, while whisking to prevent lumps.

2 . Stage

Once mixture is smooth and creamy, increase to medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mix starts separating from the sides of the pan.

3 . Stage

Add parsley and a bit of pepper. Adjust salt if needed.

4 . Stage

Pour chickpea mixture onto a greased baking sheet. Spread evenly to form a 1 1/2 inch thick layer. Refrigerate until mixture has hardened, at least 30 minutes.

5 . Stage

Slice chickpea mixture into 1 1/2- x 2-inch rectangles.

6 . Stage

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot until 250 degrees F (120 degrees F). Drop a few rectangles at a time into the hot oil and deep fry until crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.