Here is the best recipe for roasted chickpeas that stay crunchy for days! Spiced roasted chickpeas are vegan protein-savory snacks that are healthy, crispy, plant-based, dairy-free, gluten-free, and incredibly tasty.
3cupscooked chickpeashome-cooked from dry chickpeas or canned
2teaspoonolive oilextra virgin
½-1teaspoonsea salt
½teaspooncumin powder
½teaspooncurry powder
½teaspoononion powder
¼teaspoongarlic powder
Instructions
For the purpose of this recipe, your can cook your own chickpeas from dry or use canned.Pour the cooked chickpeas into a strainer. Rinse and drain thoroughly.With a clean kitchen towel or paper towels dry the chickpeas as much as possible. Use enough pressure to dry them without squashing them. Remove any loose skins that come off while drying.Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and turn on the oven to 392°F / 200°C. Spread your chickpeas evenly and transfer immediately to the oven while it's still preheating (3-5 minutes). This will help them become totally dry.
Next, roast chickpeas at 392°F / 200°C for 25 minutes. With a spoon stir the chickpeas or shake the pan every 10 minutes. A few chickpeas may pop - that's normalAfter 25 minutes, remove them from the oven. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss with salt and spices. With a wooden spoon, mix until they are completely coated with the oil and spices.Roast for additional 15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.Because ovens can vary, check their crispiness. If they're still soft inside, roast for additional 5-10 minutes.
And that's it! Your chickpea snacks are ready to be eaten! Store completely cooled chickpeas at room temperature in a glass jar or an airtight container for 1-2 weeks. There is no need to refrigerate them, they'll remain perfectly crispy for days.
Notes
You can add your favorite spices (maybe add smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne in addition to the spices used in this recipe) and adjust the salt as you desire.
For an oil-free version, you can skip the oil, they'll still be delicious.
It's important to keep an eye on the oven, especially at the end of the cooking time. Check them frequently because they can quickly become over-done. We don't want tooth breakers here! :)