Panisse (France)
Panisse is a classic Provençal dish from Marseille, France, consisting of a thick, savory chickpea flour batter that is fried until golden and crispy on the outside while remaining soft and creamy inside. It is typically made from chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt, and is often cut into squares or sticks before serving.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Panisse is a good source of plant-based protein and fiber from chickpea flour, with a moderate amount of healthy fats from olive oil. A typical serving of 4-5 pieces contains roughly 300-400 calories, depending on the size and frying method.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 30 µg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Panisse is a beloved street food in Marseille, often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, and its simplicity highlights the region's Mediterranean culinary traditions. Nutritionally, it offers a gluten-free alternative to potato-based fries, providing sustained energy and essential minerals like iron and magnesium.
