tasty easy peasy fried chickpeas

How To Make tasty easy peasy fried chickpeas

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  Step 1
  PREP/PREPARE
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  Step 2
  Gather your ingredients.
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  Step 3
  Chef’s Note: If you are using canned chickpeas, rinse them thoroughly, remove any skins, and then pat completely dry. If you are using dried chickpeas, cook them, allow them to cool, and then pat completely dry.
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  Step 4
  Add the dry spices to a large bowl, thoroughly mix, and then reserve.
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  Step 5
  Add enough oil to the bottom of a sauté pan to a depth of 1/4 inch (.5cm), and set the heat to medium.
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  Step 6
  When the oil begins to shimmer, add the chickpeas.
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  Step 7
  Chef’s Tip: Many canned varieties of chickpeas have a lot of added sodium. Try to find organic chickpeas with no salt added.
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  Step 8
  Chef’s Note: If you’re not working with a large pan, you might want to fry the chickpeas in batches. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
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  Step 9
  Fry until nice and golden brown, about 8 to 12 minutes.
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  Step 10
  Remove from the pan and allow them to drain on a few paper towels.
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  Step 11
  Put the chickpeas in the bowl with the spices, and thoroughly coat.
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  Step 12
  Then, add the lemon juice and toss.
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  Step 13
  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Step 14
  Serve while still warm, or put them out in a dish and use them as a tasty snack. Enjoy.
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  Step 15
  Chef’s Note: I also liked them as a vegan side dish, served with a dollop of yogurt.
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  Step 16
  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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