Cookwith - Crispy Chickpea Fritters with Creamy Tahini Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 2 cloves garlic, 1 minced, 1 whole
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for GF)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for frying)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2-3 tbsp cold water
• For serving: lemon wedges, fresh herbs (optional)