Spicy Roasted Chickpeas with Cumin (Printable)
Crunchy oven-roasted chickpeas with cumin and spices for irresistible snacking
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Seasonings
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1½ tsp ground cumin
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - ½ tsp ground cayenne pepper
06 - ½ tsp garlic powder
07 - ½ tsp sea salt
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Steps:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F.
02 - Pat the chickpeas very dry with paper towels for maximum crispiness.
03 - In a medium bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
05 - Roast for 35 minutes, shaking the pan or stirring halfway through, until golden and crunchy.
06 - Allow to cool for 10 minutes to crisp up further before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They hit that perfect spot between salty snack and wholesome food, so you never feel guilty eating handful after handful
- The spice blend is completely customizable once you get the hang of it, making them different every single time
02 -
- Soggy chickpeas never crisp up in the oven, so take the extra time to dry them thoroughly before seasoning
- The cooling step is not optional, as they finish crunching up while they sit on the hot pan
03 -
- Double the batch because they disappear faster than you expect
- Experiment with adding curry powder or zaatar instead of cumin for variation