Chickpea Cutlets

Ingredients

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

Directions

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.