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Crispy Roasted Chickpeas – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Crispy Roasted Chickpeas

Craving a snack that's savory, crunchy, and seriously addictive? These Crispy Roasted Chickpeas are a total game-changer, with a perfectly tender interior and a shatteringly crisp, golden-brown exterior. They're a fantastic crunchy topping for salads and soups, or the perfect sim
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) extra virgin olive oil or neutral oil
  • 2 cups (480 g / 16.9 oz) cooked or canned chickpeas, drained and patted very dry
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) / 3 cloves minced garlic
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • The key to maximum crispiness is dry chickpeas. After rinsing, pat them thoroughly dry with a paper towel or a clean kitchen towel before adding them to the pan.
  • For the best flavor and to prevent burning, toss the chickpeas with powdered spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, or curry powder immediately *after* they come out of the oven.
  • For a fantastic party snack, replace 1 cup (240 ml) of chickpeas with 1 cup (240 ml) of shelled pistachios. Add the nuts during the last 5-7 minutes of roasting time to prevent them from burning.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
  2. Place the oil in a large, ovenproof skillet or roasting pan over medium heat on the stovetop.
  3. Once the oil is hot, add the chickpeas and minced garlic.
  4. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Shake the pan to coat the chickpeas evenly in oil and arrange them in a single layer for maximum crispiness.
  6. Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  7. Roast for 15-20 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the chickpeas are golden brown and begin to crisp.
  8. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan. The chickpeas will continue to get crispier as they cool.
  9. Taste and add any additional seasonings you desire (see !)
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  11. Don't overcrowd the pan!
  12. Spreading the chickpeas in a single, even layer is crucial for them to roast and get crunchy, rather than steam.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 7gFat: 15g

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