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Organic Chickpeas
Organic Chickpeas (aka garbanzo beans) are a perfect protein for vegetarian curries, hummus, falafel, wraps, and other Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes. Chickpeas are a good source of iron, fiber and potassium, too!
Nutritional Information & Ingredients
Ingredient: Organic Dried Chickpeas
Cooking Instructions
Soak 1 cup chickpeas in 3 cups water for at least 8 hours. Drain and rinse. Add chickpeas and 3 cups fresh water or stock to a medium pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and summer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or to desired doneness. Add liquid as needed to keep chickpeas submerged during cooking. Drain and season as desired.
Suggested Recipe
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
Makes 2 to 4 servings
- 1 cup prepared Farmer Direct Organic Chickpeas, drained and cooled
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 2 tsp. seasoning of choice: try sea salt and fresh ground pepper, smoked paprika and cumin, or cinnamon and sugar
Spread prepared chickpeas on a kitchen towel and allow them to air dry for at least 1 hour. Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, toss chickpeas with coconut oil and seasoning until evenly coated. Spread chickpeas evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 35 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Allow to cool completely before enjoying.
