Looking for a quick and savory snack that’s crispy and full of flavor? Try this Yummy Savory French Toasts Recipe! Made with chickpea flour, onions, and spices, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for a light breakfast or snack. In just under 15 minutes, you’ll have crispy, golden-brown slices of bread that are full of flavor. The chickpea coating adds a wonderful crunch, and you can even customize the recipe with different spices and herbs for your own unique twist.
Here’s how to make it:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 4 minutes
Servings: 2
INGREDIENTS:
- ¼ cup chickpea flour
- 3 tablespoons onion, chopped finely
- 2 teaspoons green chili, seeded and chopped finely
- Water, as required
- 4 bread slices
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat the Air fryer to 375°F and line an Air fryer pan with a foil paper.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, chopped onion, chopped green chili, red chili powder, ground turmeric, ground cumin, and salt. Mix well.
- Gradually add water to the mixture to form a smooth and thick batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Spread the batter over both sides of each bread slice, ensuring an even coating.
- Place the coated bread slices in the prepared Air fryer pan.
- Cook the bread slices in the Air fryer for about 4 minutes, until they turn crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully remove the bread slices from the Air fryer and transfer them to a serving plate.
- Serve the crispy chickpea-coated bread slices hot, either on their own or with a dip of your choice.
NUTRITION:
- Calories: 151
- Fat: 2.3g
- Carbohydrates: 26.7g
- Sugar: 4.3g
- Protein: 6.5g
- Sodium: 234mg
Here are some variations of the chickpea-coated bread recipe:
- Spiced Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Add a pinch of garam masala, coriander powder, and cayenne pepper to the chickpea flour mixture for a flavorful and spiced coating.
- Herb-Infused Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Mix finely chopped fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or mint into the chickpea flour batter for a refreshing and aromatic twist.
- Cheesy Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Mix grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite cheese) into the chickpea flour batter for a cheesy and indulgent coating.
- Nutty Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Add chopped nuts (such as almonds, cashews, or walnuts) to the chickpea flour mixture for added crunch and nutty flavor.
- Savory Veggie Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Mix finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers, spinach, or grated carrots into the chickpea flour batter for extra color, texture, and nutrition.
- Sweet and Spicy Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Add a touch of sweetness by mixing a pinch of brown sugar or honey into the chickpea flour batter along with some chili flakes for a sweet and spicy contrast.
- Garlic and Onion Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Incorporate garlic powder and onion powder into the chickpea flour mixture for a savory and aromatic coating.
- Indian-Inspired Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Infuse Indian flavors by adding ground cumin, ground coriander, and a pinch of asafoetida (hing) to the chickpea flour batter.
- Mediterranean Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Enhance the flavors with Mediterranean herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary in the chickpea flour mixture.
- Dip-Paired Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Serve the chickpea-coated bread with various dips like hummus, tzatziki, salsa, or a yogurt-based dip for added taste and texture.
- Curry Flavored Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Add curry powder and a pinch of turmeric to the chickpea flour mixture for a curry-infused coating.
- Italian-Inspired Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Mix dried Italian herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme into the chickpea flour batter for an Italian twist.
- Sesame Seed Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Sprinkle sesame seeds onto the chickpea-coated bread slices before air frying for added nuttiness and crunch.
- Smoky Paprika Chickpea-Coated Bread:
- Add smoked paprika to the chickpea flour mixture for a smoky and slightly spicy flavor profile.