Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
Crunchy oven-roasted chickpeas seasoned with paprika, cumin, garlic, and black pepper for a savory snack.
Instructions
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Step 1
Heat the oven to 220°C and place a rack in the middle position.
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Step 2
Rinse the chickpeas under cool running water, then drain them thoroughly.
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Step 3
Spread the drained chickpeas over a clean kitchen towel and pat them completely dry. Remove any loose skins that come away easily.
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Step 4
Toss the dried chickpeas with the olive oil and salt in a mixing bowl. Spread them in one layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
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Step 5
Roast for 20 minutes, then shake the baking sheet to turn the chickpeas.
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Step 6
Sprinkle the chickpeas with the paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Turn them with a spatula, then roast until browned and crisp, 12 to 15 minutes.
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Step 7
Leave the chickpeas uncovered on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.
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Food safety
Caution: low
Serve promptly or cool completely and refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours. Use refrigerated leftovers within 4 days and reheat in the oven to restore crispness.
Risk factors
- Cooked chickpeas can spoil if held warm or stored while damp.
- The baking sheet and roasted chickpeas become very hot.