Prep Time: 05 minutes

Cook Time: 12 hours

Servings: 2-3 Servings

Snacking on crunchy and savoury foods is a weakness for many. However, the ones people opt from the market are typically made from refined flour, fried in refined oils, loaded with refined salt and sugar.

This healthy version is oil-free and can be made by anyone who has an option to bake at home. Having some frozen chickpea in advance can save time too. I am sure all mothers are cracking their heads to supply healthy and guilt-free snacking options to their kids during this period

Ingredients

• 1cup chickpea
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp chaat masala
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Unrefined salt as needed

Method

• Soak the chickpea in dissolved salt-water for 8 hrs so the chickpea can absorb the salt
• Steam the chickpea in a steamer or pressure cooker just enough for it to become soft but not mushy
• Drain the water and keep the chickpea aside
• Preheat the oven to 180C
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper and layer the chickpea without any overlaps
• Bake for 30 mins or until its browned as shown in the picture. This indicates it's done
• Allow it to cool.
• At this stage, the salted chickpea can be consumed as is
• If people like a savoury version, mix a tbsp of lemon juice until all the peas are coated. Sprinkle chaat masala and chilli powder and mix well. Optionally additional salt can be added and enjoyed.

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