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When I have a craving or need a quick, crunchy salad topping, air fryer chickpeas are the snack I turn to. They’re tasty, and easy to make since the air fryer does most of the work.

But in order to get the crunch you desire, there’s one incredibly important step to keep in mind. You must make sure the chickpeas are bone dry first. I use a salad spinner for this step, but you could also spread them out on a baking sheet and use a towel to pat them dry. After that, the recipe is simple.

Here’s how to make crispy chickpeas at home.

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• 1 can chickpeas/garbanzo beans
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1/8 tsp harissa
• A dash of garlic powder, salt and pepper

How to make air fryer chickpeas

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