Instant Pot Chickpeas (No Soaking Required)
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Instant Pot Chickpeas (No Soaking Required)
Description
Instant Pot Chickpeas (No Soaking Required) explains how to prepare dried chickpeas using an electric pressure cooker without any prior soaking. The chickpeas are rinsed and then pressure cooked submerged in water with optional salt. Cooking times vary depending on desired texture: about 45 minutes for chickpeas that hold shape well for salads, and about 50 minutes for very soft chickpeas ideal for making hummus or dips, both followed by natural pressure release to preserve texture.
The method provides a reliable way to cook dried chickpeas quickly compared to traditional stove-top soaking and boiling, ensuring consistent texture outcomes by controlling cooking time and pressure release. Using an Instant Pot simplifies the process for cooking dried legumes.
Prepared chickpeas can be used in a variety of dishes from salads to purees or stews, making this recipe a practical base for many meals.
The notes mention you can extend cooking for an additional 5 minutes if the chickpeas are not yet soft, which allows customization based on personal preference or intended use.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chickpeas 2 cups, dried
- 6 cups water
- 1 tsp salt optional, fine sea salt
Instructions
- Rinse and chickpeas and remove any debris then drain well.
- Transfer chickpeas to a 6-quart instant pot and add 6 cups water or enough to cover the chickpeas by 1-inch of water. Add 1 tsp salt.
- For slightly lightly chewy chickpeas (used for salad): Cook on high pressure for 45 minutes followed by a 10 minute natural pressure release.
- For Soft and Tender Chickpeas (used for hummus): Pressure cook on high pressure for 50 minutes followed by a 15 minute natural pressure release.*
Notes
- If chickpeas are not soft enough after initial cooking, extend pressure cooking by 5 minutes, then release pressure manually for softer results.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6cups cooked chickpeas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 275 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 275kcal | 14% |
| Carbs | 46g | |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 418mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 662mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 13g | 52% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 51IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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