Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chickpeas (aka Garbanzo Beans)
Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chickpeas (aka Garbanzo Beans)
Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chickpeas (aka Garbanzo Beans)
These Sweet and Spicy Crispy Chickpeas take garbanzo beans to new heights! A sprinkle of spices and some time in the oven transforms these creamy legumes into a crisp, flavorful, addictive snack. Pair with a cold beer or a citrus-flavored sparkling water and enjoy.
Servings
2 servings
Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
40 minutes
Passive time
n/a
Ingredients
3/4 cup
dried Garbanzo Beans
cooked according to package directions, or 2 cups cooked or canned
2 Tbsp
Olive Oil
1 tsp
Sea Salt
4 Tbsp
Sugar
1 tsp
Cinnamon
1 tsp
Ground Cardamom
1/4 tsp
Chili Powder
Sprinkle of Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Spread the cooked and drained chickpeas out on a clean towel and use your hands to gently roll the skins off the chickpeas.
Transfer the chickpeas to a mixing bowl and drizzle with a bit of olive oil and only the salt. Mix well to combine, then spread in a single layer on baking sheet(s) and bake for a total of 30-40 minutes.
Remove chickpeas from oven, spoon into a large bowl and immediately toss with seasoning mixture. Spread seasoned chickpeas back onto baking trays and return to oven to continue baking for another 10-12 minutes.
Remove chickpeas from oven and allow to cool. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
