Crispy Air Fryer Chickpeas Cumin (Printable)

Enjoy these perfectly seasoned, air-fried chickpeas. A crunchy, savory, and healthy snack, irresistible with warm cumin notes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# How To Make It:

01 - Thoroughly pat the drained chickpeas dry with paper towels. For optimal crispiness, remove any loose skins from the chickpeas.
02 - In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the dried chickpeas with olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss vigorously until all chickpeas are uniformly coated with the seasoning mixture.
03 - Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a duration of 2 minutes.
04 - Carefully arrange the seasoned chickpeas in a single, even layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
05 - Air fry the chickpeas for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to promote even cooking and browning. Continue until the chickpeas achieve a golden color and a crunchy texture.
06 - Allow the crispy chickpeas to cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature as a savory snack.

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • It's incredibly quick to whip up when that savory craving hits, seriously, just minutes to prepare!
  • You get that satisfying crunch without the guilt of deep-frying, which is a total game-changer for snack time.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the drying step; soggy chickpeas will never get truly crispy, no matter how long you air fry them.
  • Removing the loose skins makes a surprising difference in texture, yielding a much more uniform crunch.
03 -
  • For an even crispier result, try removing a few more skins than you think necessary – it really does make a difference in texture.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; airflow is your best friend for achieving that coveted all-over crunch.

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