Spicy, Crunchy Baked Chickpeas

These spicy, crunchy baked chickpeas are just the perfect snack; they are protein-rich, low-oil, and filling. They are in fact a weight watcher's dream and an anytime munchy.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Cups Dried Chickpeas
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1-2 tsp Chilli Powder
• Salt to Taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- Preparing the Chickpeas ---
2. 2Wash and soak the chickpeas in 4 cups water for 4 to 6 hours.
3. 3Drain the water and add 4 cups of water.
4. 4Pressure cook for 2 whistles or till the chickpeas are just cooked. They should break when pressed between fingers and not be mushy. Cook them for less time than you would for Chole.
5. 5Drain all the water.
6. 6Spread the chickpeas on a cloth kitchen towel for 10 minutes or till all the water is absorbed. If you are using a kitchen tissue, blot out all the water.
7. 7Set aside.
8. 8--- Making the Baked Chickpeas ---
9. 9To a large bowl, add the olive oil, chilli powder, and salt.
10. 10Mix well.
11. 11Add the chickpeas and mix well till the chickpeas are covered in oil and spice. There should be just enough oil to coat the chickpeas.
12. 12Spread the chickpeas on a baking tray.
13. 13Bake in 175C for about 45 to 60 minutes till the chickpeas are crunchy.
14. 14Store in an airtight container.
15. 15Enjoy with a hot cup of tea!