Description
Crispy Curry Roasted Chickpeas are a flavorful and healthy snack that’s easy to make. Coated with a blend of aromatic spices and roasted to perfection, these crunchy chickpeas provide a satisfying munch without any guilt. Perfect for a quick snack, salad topper, or party nibble, this recipe combines bold curry flavors with a crisp texture that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
Chickpeas
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra zing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking.
- Dry Chickpeas: Pat the drained chickpeas dry thoroughly with paper towels, pressing out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial to achieve maximum crispiness during roasting.
- Season Chickpeas: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas with olive oil, curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat all the chickpeas evenly with the spice mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they roast evenly and become crispy.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the chickpeas for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir or shake the pan about halfway through cooking to promote even browning and crispness.
- Cool: After roasting, remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Cooling helps them firm up and become crispier.
- Add Lemon Juice: If desired, drizzle fresh lemon juice over the cooled chickpeas for a bright, tangy finish that complements the spices.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the crispy curry chickpeas immediately as a snack or store them in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Be sure to dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting to maximize crispiness.
- Stir halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor.
- The lemon juice is optional but adds a nice zing that balances the spices.
- Store cooled chickpeas in an airtight container at room temperature, not in the fridge, to maintain crunch.
