Air Fryer Tandoori Chickpeas (Print View)

Crispy chickpeas with tandoori spices. Perfect protein snack or crunchy salad topping. Vegan and gluten-free.

# Components:

→ Chickpeas

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

→ Marinade

02 - 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1.5 teaspoons tandoori masala powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric
09 - 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
10 - 0.75 teaspoon sea salt

→ Garnish (Optional)

11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Thoroughly pat the drained and rinsed chickpeas dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to promote crispiness.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, tandoori masala powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), and sea salt. Whisk until well incorporated.
03 - Add the dried chickpeas to the bowl with the marinade. Toss gently to ensure each chickpea is evenly coated.
04 - Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for approximately 3 minutes.
05 - Arrange the marinated chickpeas in a single layer within the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding.
06 - Air fry for 13 to 15 minutes, pausing halfway through to shake the basket, until the chickpeas are golden brown and exhibit a satisfying crispness.
07 - Carefully remove the crispy chickpeas from the air fryer. Allow them to cool slightly. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes
  • Uses pantry staples you likely already have
  • Perfect healthy alternative to processed snacks
  • Versatile as a snack, salad topper, or wrap filling
  • Customizable spice level to suit your preference
02 -
  • High in plant protein with about 6g per serving
  • Contains fiber that promotes digestive health
  • Significantly lower in fat than traditional fried snacks
  • Perfect for meal prep as they store well
  • Completely vegan and gluten free
03 -
  • Always start with completely dry chickpeas to achieve maximum crispness. Even a little moisture will create steam instead of crunch.
  • The sound test never fails if the chickpeas rattle when you shake the air fryer basket, they've reached the perfect crispness.
  • Let the chickpeas cool in a single layer rather than in a pile to maintain their crunch throughout.

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