Spiced Roasted Chickpeas Crunchy (Printable View)
Crispy chickpeas roasted with cumin, paprika, and garlic for a tasty, spiced snack or salad garnish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 ½ tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp ground cumin
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder
06 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
07 - ¾ tsp sea salt
08 - ¼ tsp black pepper
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chickpeas dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, removing any loose skins to ensure crispiness.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper if desired, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring or shaking the pan halfway through, until chickpeas are golden and crisp.
06 - Allow chickpeas to cool slightly before serving; they will continue to crisp as they cool.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Ready in under 45 minutes from start to crispy finish
- One bowl, minimal cleanup, maximum satisfaction
- Naturally vegan and gluten-free without feeling like you're missing out
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- Wet chickpeas will steam instead of roast, so that drying step isn't optional. It's the difference between disappointing and irresistible.
- Shaking the pan halfway through matters more than you'd think. It prevents any sad soggy ones hiding underneath.
03 -
- That air-drying step after patting dry? It's the secret weapon for championship crispness. Give them 10 to 15 minutes if you have the time.
- Every oven roasts differently. Start checking at 25 minutes. You're looking for golden color and that hollow sound when you shake the pan.