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DinnerAir fryer chickpeas
Have a leftover handful of chickpeas? Put 'em in the air fryer with a lil salt for a great snack or topping
Debby LessinIngredients
- Chickpeas
- Seasoning of your choice
Instructions
- 1Drain liquid
- 2Season any way you like
- 3Air fry
- 4Put on everything or eat em as a snack!
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Open in Pepper →Why Chickpeas Are the Most Useful Legume in Your Pantry
Chickpeas are one of the most versatile pantry staples you can keep on hand. A can of chickpeas is 15 minutes away from becoming crispy roasted snacks, a creamy hummus, a hearty curry, or a protein-packed salad topping — no planning required.
Their neutral, nutty flavor absorbs spices and aromatics beautifully, which is why they appear so prominently across Indian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and North African cuisines. Roasted with smoked paprika and cumin, they become a crunchy, addictive snack. Simmered in tomatoes and coconut milk, they become a satisfying dinner.
On Pepper, home cooks champion the versatility and accessibility of chickpeas, proving that this humble legume is a culinary powerhouse in countless kitchens.
Quick Tips
- 1
Dry them before roasting
Pat canned chickpeas completely dry before roasting — any moisture left on them steams instead of crisping. Spread them on a towel, let them air-dry 10 minutes, then roast at 400°F.
- 2
Cook dried chickpeas longer
Dried chickpeas need a long soak (8–12 hours) and 60–90 minutes of simmering. Add salt only in the last 15 minutes — salting early toughens the skins and slows cooking significantly.
- 3
Save the aquafaba
The liquid in a can of chickpeas is aquafaba — a surprisingly versatile ingredient. Use it as an egg white substitute in meringues, mayonnaise, or whipped toppings.
- 4
Bloom spices in oil first
For chickpea curries or stews, fry your spices in oil for 60 seconds before adding anything else. Blooming spices in fat releases more flavor than adding them to liquid.
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