Chickpeas

Chickpeas are a great source of fiber and plant-based protein, as well as load of nutrients, like folate and iron!

As a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber, chickpeas may offer a variety of health benefits, such as improving digestion, aiding weight management and reducing the risk of several diseases.

Additionally, chickpeas are high in protein and make an excellent replacement for meat in vegetarian and vegan diets.

Unlike deep-fried chickpeas, oven-roasted chickpeas don’t stay as crispy once they cool, so I recommend eating them while they’re still warm from the oven for optimal crunchiness. This said, once they cool, the roasted chickpeas become intensely nutty and addictively chewy. It’s a different kind of snack, but one that’s equally worthy of your love and affection.

Chickpeas

Method:

Step 1: Soak them

Wash and soak the chickpeas in water for 8-10 hours or overnight.

Step 2: Boil them

Boil them for 1-2 hours, add salt 20-30 minutes before finishing boiling. You can also cook it in a pressure cooker for about 30-40 minutes. Boil them with or without some spices and herbs like garlic cloves and bay leaves added in for flavor.

Step 3: Eat them

It can be cooked with rice, noodles, various soups, and vegetables. Or you can fry the boiled chickpeas with spices or bake in the oven.

Spicy fried Chickpeas:

Heat some oil, add in mustard seeds, chopped garlic, dried chili and curry leaves. Saute for few minutes, add in boiled chickpeas and quick stir them. Add in some chili powder or curry powder, salt and sugar. Season well the chickpeas and dish up.

Spicy and Crispy Roasted Chickpeas:

After boiling the chickpeas, add chili powder, Sichuan pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, and bake them in the oven at 350°F/180°C for 30-40 minutes. Or roast them with curry powder and cooking oil. It depend on your personal liking! 

Notes:

The boiling and cooking time are just a guide line. Please check the doness of chickpeas while boiling them.

Happy Making!