published Feb 26, 2021, updated Jan 28, 2024 Whether you are trying to eat a little bit healthier or just love a little bit of crunch, this is for you! Once you learn how to roast chickpeas, you will be able to make them all the time and always have them on hand. The reason why I love Turkish chickpeas is that the combination of the seasonings is out of this world! Made with my Turkish Spice Blend, a combination of sumac, cayenne pepper, sweet paprika, Turkish bay leaf, oregano, peppercorns, and toasted cumin. As you can imagine, they are aromatic and next to impossible to resist. Add a little sugar to the mix and wow!
Ingredients To Make Turkish Sweet Roasted Chickpeas
Chickpeas – Also known as garbanzo beans, they are the key ingredient! They are a powerhouse of nutrients and filled with protein, folate, iron, manganese, and more.Olive Oil – The oil is needed to get them nice and crispy. You could swap it for coconut oil, but make sure to use refined, or they will taste like coconut.Spice Blend – As I mentioned earlier, you will use an incredible spice blend that is bound to please your taste buds. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make too.
How To Roast Chickpeas
- Heat the oven and prepare the garbanzo beans. Dry the beans using a towel, making sure that the liquid has all been removed. Then combine the spices, sugar and olive oil in a bowl. Add the beans to the bowl and mix well until they are all coated.
- Roast in the oven. Add the garbanzo beans to a baking sheet. Roast them in the oven for 25-30 minutes. Halfway through, shake the pan, so they cook evenly. Remove them from the pan and let them cool for a few minutes, then devour!
Tips & Tricks
Don’t overcook them. When you overcook the sweet roasted chickpeas, they can go from fabulous to dry dust that isn’t appetizing. Never use too high of heat. I get it; we all get in a hurry sometimes and think shortcuts are the answer. In my experience, if you cook them too hot, they will dry out and be hard to eat. Store them for later. You can make a batch or two and store them in an airtight food container. They will last for days unless you eat them all right away like I normally do.
Serving Suggestions
You can eat these sweet roasted chickpeas as a simple snack when you are on the go or add them to your favorite recipes. Here are a few ideas to try out.
Salad – Love salad and looking for something extra? Add some on top for a fun and flavorful crunch!Sandwiches – If you get bored of eating the same lame sandwiches, turn it up a notch! Sprinkle a few on right before munching for an explosion of flavor. It can take anything from boring to incredible.Pizza – Yep, I said it! They are the BEST pizza topping ever. Because they taste so good and the texture is amazing, you can’t go wrong. Try it and see for yourself.Soup – Toss some on top of your favorite soup or stew. Sweet roasted chickpeas are a lovely garnish but also enhance the way it tastes too.
Still hungry for more? Check out my Homemade Tahini Dip, Lamb Hummus, and Georgian Cheese Bread for more tasty recipes.
