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Crispy chickpeas, two seasonings

Two glass bowls with chickpeas; one labeled Garlicky & Herby, the other Smoky & Spicy. Blurred kitchen background.

By Tom · Updated

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  • Serves 4
  • 55 min
  • Takes a bit of care

Two flavour-packed ways to make the crispiest chickpeas ever. Garlicky & herby or smoky & spicy. Perfect for healthy snacking, salads, soups or party bites.

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The recipe

Crispy chickpeas, two seasonings

Two flavour-packed ways to make the crispiest chickpeas ever.

  • Serves 4
  • 10 min prep
  • 45 min cooking
  • Takes a bit of care

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Ingredients

Seasoning 1 - spicy smoky

Seasoning 2 - herby garlic

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Method

1. Prep the chickpeas

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. Step 2

    Drain and rinse the chickpeas (400 g).

  3. Step 3

    Spread them on a clean kitchen towel and gently pat completely dry.

2. First bake (unseasoned)

  1. Step 1

    Spread chickpeas (400 g) evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper (don't overcrowd).

  2. Step 2

    Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the tray halfway through.

3. Make the seasonings

  1. Step 1

    Spicy Smoky: In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika (1 tsp), cumin (½ tsp), chilli powder (½ tsp), and black pepper (¼ tsp).

  2. Step 2

    Herby Garlic: In another small bowl, mix garlic powder (1 tsp), oregano (1 tsp), parsley, and sea salt (¼ tsp).

4. Season & final bake

  1. Step 1

    When chickpeas (400 g) are golden and nearly crisp, remove from oven.

  2. Step 2

    Split them into two bowls.

  3. Step 3

    Drizzle each olive oil (30 ml), sprinkle with their seasoning blend, and toss well.

  4. Step 4

    Return to oven for another 5 to 7 minutes to lock in flavour and crispness.

5. Serve

  1. Step 1

    Let cool slightly, they crisp up even more as they cool.

  2. Step 2

    Enjoy as a snack, sprinkle over salads, or use as a crunchy soup topping.

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Questions people ask

How long does crispy chickpeas, two seasonings take?

55 min from start to finish, of which 10 min is prep and 45 min is cooking.

How many does it serve, and can I change that?

As written it serves 4. Use the scale control on the recipe card to change it: every quantity in the ingredients and inside the method steps updates with it. Seasoning, and anything measured in pinches or splashes, is deliberately left alone.

Can I see the ingredients in ounces and pints?

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Is it vegan?

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