Crispy Spiced Chickpeas
These tiny crispy beans should really be the new bar nuts. Two cans of chickpeas and about 20 minutes will yield addictively salty crispy bites. So what are you waiting for?
Adapted from The New York Times
| Yield: 2 cups | Time: 25 minutes |
Preparation
Put the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot add the chickpeas, stirring occasionally until chickpeas are brown and crisp, 10 to 20 minutes.
Sprinkle the spices, salt and pepper onto chickpeas and continue to cook, stirring until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups canned chickpeas, well drained and blotted dry on a paper towel
1 teaspoon cumin, curry powder, or your favorite spice blend
Salt and pepper to taste
Recommended Pairings
