Description
This two-stage air frying technique creates perfectly crispy chickpeas coated in a smoky date-chili glaze. It’s a healthy, high-protein snack that’s easy to prepare and great for meal prep or a salad topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 425g (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and thoroughly dried
- 15ml (1 tbsp) olive oil
- 5ml (1 tsp) smoked paprika (divided)
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) garlic powder
- 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) fine sea salt
- 0.5ml (1/8 tsp) black pepper
- 30ml (2 tbsp) date syrup
- 1ml (1/4 tsp) chili flakes
- 5g (1/4 cup) fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas, then pat them completely dry using a clean towel.
- Season Chickpeas: In a medium bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil, half of the smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- First Air Fry: Transfer seasoned chickpeas to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously every 5 minutes.
- Prepare Glaze: While chickpeas air fry, whisk together the date syrup, remaining smoked paprika, and chili flakes in a small bowl to form a smooth glaze.
- Glaze Chickpeas: Remove the partially cooked chickpeas from the air fryer and transfer them back to the medium bowl. Pour the glaze over the hot chickpeas and toss until fully coated.
- Second Air Fry: Return the glazed chickpeas to the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for another 5-7 minutes, shaking once or twice during cooking. Watch carefully to ensure the glaze caramelizes without burning.
- Serve: Transfer the hot, glazed chickpeas to a serving bowl, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure chickpeas are completely dry before air frying; moisture prevents crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary for proper air circulation. Serve immediately after cooking for optimal crispness as the glaze will soften over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer, chickpeas, snack, healthy, high protein, appetizer, side dish, vegetarian, vegan, smoky, date glaze, gluten free