Garbanzo Cakes with Tomato Sauce

Name: Garbanzo Cakes with Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 34 RITZ Crackers (1 sleeve); 2 cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained; 1 egg; 1 onion, cut in half, divided; 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend; 2 cans tomato sauce; 1 cinnamon stick; 2 Tbsp. cilantro

Need a fun new appetizer idea? Try our crisp bean and cheese cakes topped with a delicious cinnamon-spiced tomato sauce - all inspired by a popular Greek dish.

Prep time:

0 min

Total time:

0 min

Servings:

Makes 6 servings, 2 patties each.

Ingredient list

34 RITZ Crackers (1 sleeve)
2 cans (15 oz. each) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
1 egg
1 onion, cut in half, divided
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
2 cans (8 oz. each) tomato sauce
1 cinnamon stick
2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro

Directions

Process crackers in food processor until fine crumbs form. Add chickpeas, egg and half the onion; process just until blended. Transfer to bowl; stir in cheese. Shape into 12 patties, using about 1/4 cup for each.

Heat large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat. Add 6 patties; cook 5 min. on each side or until crisp and golden brown on both sides. Remove from skillet; cover. Repeat with remaining patties.

Meanwhile, heat separate large skillet on medium-high heat. Slice remaining onion. Add to skillet; cook 5 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add tomato sauce and cinnamon stick. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low 5 min., stirring occasionally. Discard cinnamon stick. Spoon sauce over cakes; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition factsNutrition information

Recipe Tips

Ratings & Reviews

Fresh new ways to connect with Ritz

Sweepstakes. Promotions. Offers and more. As if you needed more reasons to enjoy your favorite snack brands. Check back often for new ways to celebrate your favorite snacks in style.