Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Chickpea (/ˈtʃɪk·pi/) - a hard, pale brown round seed which can be cooked and eaten.
A simple definition, yet one that does not encompass the vast array of possibilities that chickpeas have to offer. And on top of that, their high fibre and protein content makes them out to be a great addition to a healthy plant-based diet. So let’s get cooking with chickpeas!
Whether blended into a deliciously smooth hummus, cooked in a warming vegetable curry or mixed-in with herbs & spices for that perfectly crisp falafel, chickpeas are the perfect all-rounder. But, the one recipe I find myself whipping up all-too-often are these Crispy Roasted Chickpeas.
A handful of spices, a drizzle of olive oil & a pinch of flaky salt are mixed in with the chickpeas and roasted in the oven for that impeccable crisp & flavourful finish. Once ready, eat them as such for a healthy midday snack or as an alternative apéritif addition. You can also store these in an air-tight container for up to a week and add them to any salad, wrap/ sandwich, soup, stew, curry, you name it! I’m telling you right away, you’ll never get enough of these.
Chef’s advice - for extra crispiness, make sure to thoroughly pat your chickpeas dry & remove the skins which hold a lot of the moisture.
- Vegan Recipe -
CRISPY ROASTED CHICKPEAS
420g of chickpeas*
1 teaspoon of ground cumin**
1 teaspoon of ground coriander**
1 teaspoon of smoked paprika**
1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon of Fleur de Sel
Preheat the oven to 170°C.
Drain the chickpeas and pat dry.
Remove the chickpea skins and add to a large bowl.
Add the spices, olive oil and salt and toss to coat evenly.
Transfer to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Roast for 25 minutes, stirring half way through.
Switch your oven setting to grill and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
Leave to cool completely before serving over a warm soup, a succulent curry or simply as a crunchy & healthy snack.
Notes: *660g glass jar = 420g drained.
**Switch it up & play around with the flavours. Try honey & dried thyme or za’atar, sumac & harissa or any other herb & spice combination to your taste.
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