Dinner: Chickpea Cutlets

Meaty vegan cutlets made from chickpeas, gluten and spices.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Total Time: 60 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Chickpea Cutlets

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

1 cup chickpeas
2 tbsps olive oil
4 oz wheat gluten
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup vegetable broth
2 tbsps soy sauce
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp lemon
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp dried rubbed sage

Instructions

1. Mash the chickpeas and oil together until no whole chickpeas remain.

2. Add remaining ingredients and knead for 3 minutes until strings of gluten have formed.

3. Pre-heat large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

4. Divide dough into four equal pieces. Flatten each piece and stretch to roughly 4" x 6".

5. To pan-fry, add a thin layer of olive oil to the pan.

6. Place cutlets in the pan and cook on each side for 6 to 7 minute They are ready when lightly brown and firm to the touch.

7. To bake, pre-heat oven to 375 °F (190 °C), and lightly oil baking sheet. Brush both sides of each patty with olive oil, place on baking sheet, and bake for 20 minutes.

8. Flip patties and bake another 8 to 10 minutes until firm and golden brown.

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