CURRIED CHICKPEA CAKES

these turned out really good! i ate them by themselves but they would make great burgers!

1-15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 c. sliced green onions, both white and light green parts
1/3 c. light coconut milk
2 tsp. sugar
2/3 c. breadcrumbs
1 tsp. curry powder
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
2/3 c. brown rice, cooked
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c, extra virgin olive oil

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas and green onions. pulse until combined. transfer to a large mixing bowl. add the coconut milk, sugar, breadcrumbs, curry powder, nutmeg, and cumin. stir together with a wooden spoon until well combined. stir in the brown rice and salt. mold into 4 patties.

in a large saute pan heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chickpea cakes and cook a few minutes on each side until they are golden and crisp on the outside.