Spicy pickled chickpeas are a tangy and flavorful snack or addition to salads and bowls. This recipe infuses chickpeas with a zesty blend of spices and vinegar, creating a satisfyingly crunchy and addictive treat.
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chickpeas. 1 cup white vinegar. 1/4 cup water. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. 1 teaspoon cumin seeds. 1 teaspoon mustard seeds. 1 teaspoon salt. 1 teaspoon sugar. 1 small dried chili optional.
Instructions: Put garlic, vinegar, water, red pepper flakes, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, salt, sugar, and dried chili, if you want to use it, into a small saucepan. Bring up the temperature. Turn down the heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring every now and then. Place cooked chickpeas in a clean, germ-free jar. Cover the chickpeas with the hot pickling liquid by pouring it over them. Put the lid on tight and let it cool to room temperature. After the chickpeas have cooled, put them in the fridge for at least 24 hours before serving.