Chickpea nuggets
- Easy
- 60 min
Golden color with a crispy crust—these chickpea and shrimp croquettes really stand out on family dinner tables or at any friendly get-together. Texture is a big plus here: each bite has a soft, hearty middle and a light, crunchy shell, working well for picky eaters and adventurous food lovers alike. The blend of shrimp with chickpeas gives a unique balance—savory, mild seafood pairs up with the cozy feeling of legumes, so you get flavor that’s delicious without being fussy. Because these seafood and legume croquettes look so appealing on a platter (simple but inviting), kids and grownups both reach for seconds… always a good sign! Weekend dinners or last-minute parties—this classic mix of shrimp and chickpea fritters provides a hit of variety, especially with options for creamy, tangy, or even spicy dipping sauces the whole family can choose from.
For busy folks searching for healthy croquette recipes that actually taste GOOD, these easy winners more than fit the bill. Most families like serving them different ways—tucked into warm pita with greens, next to a simple salad, or just on their own for a nice, filling protein boost. Because these homemade chickpea croquettes hold up well and feel just special enough, everyone can feel confident putting them on the table (even for pickier eaters). The secret is in the satisfying combo—wholesome Mediterranean flavor, flexible enough to work with whatever else you have at home. Sometimes people want an easy shrimp croquette recipe that doesn’t complicate things but still keeps mealtime interesting…and these always deliver. Whether it’s an appetizer night, lunchbox filler, or something to impress friends, chickpea and shrimp croquettes offer reliable, great-looking results with every batch—and honestly, they just help bring everyone around the table. Meal planning can be tough, but when a single dish checks off protein, taste, and excitement, that’s a big WIN for any family looking for healthy, crowd-pleasing ideas.
In a saucepan, put the oil, butter, minced garlic, and shallots; let them soften over low heat for 10-15 minutes, then add the shrimp 1 and cook them for 5 minutes, then add the chickpeas, thyme leaves, salt, and pepper 2. When everything is well-flavored and the cooking liquid has evaporated, turn off the heat and let it cool slightly. Pour all the ingredients into a blender and blend, then add the egg and cubed sandwich bread 3,
then blend again until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous mixture 4. In the meantime, boil the shrimp 5 and shell them, leaving only the tail end 6.
Divide the mixture into 15 balls, with which you will flatten and cover the shrimp 7, forming croquettes that leave the shrimp tail visible. Dip the croquettes in beaten egg and then in breadcrumbs 8, then fry them in hot oil 9 (maximum 350-390°F) and drain them on a plate lined with kitchen paper. If you prefer, you can choose to bake the chickpea and shrimp croquettes in the oven, setting the oven temperature to 390 degrees and baking the croquettes for about 15 minutes or until they are golden. Serve the chickpea and shrimp croquettes still hot, accompanied, if you like, with some sauces such as mayonnaise, soy sauce, cocktail sauce.