Comments on: Spice Roasted Chickpeas

By: Trudy ~ Veggie num num

Trudy ~ Veggie num num — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 02:25:10 +0000

Hi there VegChick, hmmmm I have never had this problem but checking around on a few forums everyone seems to think it probably has something to do with moisture as any trapped in the chickpeas will turn to steam and thus cause them to explode as it tries to escape. As you mention you already make sure they are really dry before roasting I am a little lost as to what else I can suggest other than making sure the chickpeas are well spaced on your roasting tray and that you turn or toss them frequently to make sure they all cook evenly. Do you coat them with oil? This may help to crisp them up sooner so they don’t have to be in the oven as long. I wish I could be of more help and best of luck :)

By: VegChick

VegChick — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 11:57:34 +0000

I can never get roasted chickpeas to work! They explode (so I turn down the heat) they don’t get crunchy (I make sure they are really dry before I start doing anything with them and only put salt on them after cooking)…. My Dad grows chickpeas, and I have access to as many as I want but I can’t get them to taste any good at all! I soak them overnight and then let them dry before I use them. Help me!

By: Trudy (veggie num num)

Trudy (veggie num num) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:34:58 +0000

Thanks all for dropping in.. roasted chickpeas are so simple and delicious and yep a great alternative to other snack food :)

@Adriana ~ Spain!! Oh I would love to go, the food must be amazing..

@MattR ~ Cheers for the feedback :) Because all ovens seem to cook a little differently it may take a few batches to perfect and get the chickpeas just how you like them.. you could try increasing the oven temperature a little, make sure the baking tray is nice and hot before you add the chickpeas.. they do get crunchier over time. And woot!! So glad to hear you’re hooked on veggie cooking :)

By: MattR

MattR — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:06:54 +0000

Mine came out of the oven a little while ago. Not as crisp as I had hoped for, but the flavor and ease more than make up for it. You have me hooked on vegetarian cooking Trudy!

By: Donna

Donna — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 03:32:31 +0000

These look so much yummier than popcorn. What a fabulous idea!

By: Nuts about food

Nuts about food — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:28:12 +0000

Oh my gosh, I have to try this! It sounds delicious! I am hooked before even tasting it!! Thanks for the idea

By: Adriana from Baking Powders

Adriana from Baking Powders — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 13:23:16 +0000

yum and super yum! i love this! i really like munching on roasted chickpeas. in spain you find them everywhere, here in the US i haven’t seen them! I will make this at home