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Chickpeas in Instant Pot

Instant Pot Chickpeas

When we’re looking to make a batch of tender chickpeas, we grab our Instant Pot. 
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Soaking Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 50 minutes
Course Ingredient, Side Dish
Cuisine World
Servings 4 people
Calories 195 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas soaked for 6 hours or overnight
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 pieces kombu or bay leaves
  • 1 small onion halved
  • 4 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and drain chickpeas. Be sure to pick out any remaining stones or debris.
  • Next, add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  • Close the lid, then turn the venting knob to sealing position.
  • Cook chickpeas at high Pressure for 5 minutes and allow for natural release.
  • After 20 minutes, release any remaining pressure.
  • Once the remaining pressure is released, remove the lid. Discard onions, garlic, and kombu.
  • Sample a few chickpeas to ensure they are fully cooked. If they still happen to be a bit too chewy, simmer in 2 inches of water until fully softened.
  • Once your chickpeas have reached their desired texture, they’re ready to eat. Enjoy them with a little seasoning, or use them in your favorite recipe.

Notes

If you don’t have time to soak your chickpeas, cook them at high pressure for 45 minutes. They will likely be tender with a bit of chew. For softer unsoaked chickpeas, cook for 60 minutes at high pressure. Use a natural release either way.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 10gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 26mgPotassium: 479mgFiber: 9gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Easy, Gluten Free, Healthy, Instant Pot, Oil Free
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