Crispy Spiced Chickpeas
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them very dry with a paper towel. This step is crucial for crispiness.
Ingredients
- 400 g Can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 lingură Olive oil
- 1 linguriță Smoked paprika
- 0.5 linguriță Cumin powder
- 0.25 linguriță Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 linguriță Salt
Steps
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them very dry with a paper towel. This step is crucial for crispiness.
- In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin powder, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt until evenly coated.
- Spread the spiced chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 190°C for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until golden brown and very crispy. They should 'snap' when broken.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving. They will become even crispier as they cool. Serve as a snack or sprinkle over salads.
