Spicy Crunchy Chickpea Snack Recipe

Name: Spicy Crunchy Chickpea Snack
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups of cooked chickpeas; 4 garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 -2 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon black onion seeds; 1 teaspoon whole cumin seed; 1 teaspoon black mustard seeds; ½ teaspoon ground cardamom; 1 limes, juice of, small or 12 lemon; sea salt

Servings: persons

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Preheat the oven to 200C/400F
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Peel and chop the garlic cloves rather coarsely.
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Toss all the ingredients together thoroughly.
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Spread evenly over a baking sheet.
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Bake for 30 minutes, stirring around midway through.
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Take out and let cool.
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[Edit: this baking time turns out peas that are a mix of crunchy ones and ones that are still a bit soft - I like this variety.
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Since all ovens vary, you will need to test the doneness.
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If you like your peas to be a bit soft, bake them for a shorter time; if you like them very crunchy leave them in longer.
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Store this in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Makes a great beer snack.
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You can make it sweet-spicy by sprinkling over some brown or raw sugar to while it's still hot from the oven.

761

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups of cooked chickpeas, 4 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 -2 teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Spicy Crunchy Chickpea Snack falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Crunchy Chickpea Snack

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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