Garantita Algerian Chickpea Pie
Savor the soul-warming flavors of Garantita, the beloved Algerian chickpea pie that's both comforting and delightfully simple to make. This gluten-free and protein-packed dish boasts a velvety, custard-like texture created by blending chickpea flour, fragrant cumin, and rich olive oil with just a hint of peppery spice. Baked to golden perfection, it’s topped with optional paprika for a smoky flourish and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of olives. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a short list of wholesome ingredients, this traditional street-food favorite is perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal. Serve it warm to enjoy its soft, melt-in-your-mouth goodness with every bite!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Chickpea flour
- 500 milliliters Water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Lightly grease a round or rectangular baking dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour with the salt, cumin, and black pepper.
Step 3
Gradually whisk in the water, making sure there are no lumps. The batter should have a consistency similar to pancake batter.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined. Add the eggs to the chickpea flour mixture and whisk well.
Step 5
Stir in the olive oil to add richness to the batter.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
Step 7
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the Garantita has a golden-brown crust on top and is firm to the touch.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle paprika over the top if desired, then slice into portions.
Step 9
Serve warm with bread or as is, optionally garnished with olives or additional cumin on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 858.7 grams (858.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1308 |
| Total Fat 65.50g | 84% |
| Saturated Fat 11.10g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 124% |
| Sodium 2650mg | 115% |
| Total Carbohydrate 120.30g | 44% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.10g | 79% |
| Total Sugars 22.00g | |
| Protein 57.90g | 116% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 410% |
| Calcium 203mg | 16% |
| Iron 14mg | 76% |
| Potassium 1886mg | 40% |
Source of Calories