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How to remove the skins from chickpeas

A simple method with step by step photos showing how to remove the skins from chickpeas, perfect for making the creamiest hummus recipes!
Course Tutorial
Cuisine American
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 1395kcal
Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

  • 30 ounces chickpeas 2 regular sized cans
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • water

Instructions

  • Add drained and rinsed 30 ounces chickpeas into a microwave safe bowl.
  • Add 1 tablespoon baking soda and mix it well.
  • Cook the chickpeas for 2 minutes on high. Stir.
  • Put them in some cold water, rub between your hands… and the shells just kind of float to the top, so you can throw them away!

Nutrition

Calories: 1395kcal | Carbohydrates: 233g | Protein: 75g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 3343mg | Potassium: 2475mg | Fiber: 65g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 230IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 417mg | Iron: 25mg
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