Best 2 Chickpeas Pressure Cooker Recipes

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are versatile legumes with a nutty flavor and a slightly firm texture. They are a good source of fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. Pressure cooking chickpeas is a quick and easy way to prepare them for various dishes. With the help of a pressure cooker, you can significantly reduce the cooking time compared to traditional methods. This article aims to guide you in finding the best recipe to cook chickpeas in a pressure cooker, taking into consideration factors such as cooking time, ingredients, and cooking techniques. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward recipe or one with a richer flavor profile, we will explore different approaches to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE COOKER CHICKPEAS

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Provided by Alton Brown

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 pounds cooked chickpeas, about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

9 cups water
1 pound dried chickpeas, sorted and rinsed
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

Place the water, chickpeas, and salt in a 7-quart pressure cooker (the water should cover the chickpeas and come to the 1/3 full line). Cover and lock the lid. Bring to pressure over high heat, about 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, so that you barely hear hissing from the pot. Cook for 45 minutes. Release the pressure by running cold water over the lid for 5 minutes. Open carefully. Drain and serve immediately, or use in desired dish.

CHICKPEAS (PRESSURE COOKER)

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These are 100% perfect chickpeas. This is a quick way to cook chickpeas that have been soaked for at least 6 hours. Use in soups, salads, pasta salads, etc. I use my large 9 liter (9 1/2 quart), 12 psi (80 kPa) stove top pressure cooker, which nearly the same pressure as an electric pressure cooker. Follow all safety precautions...

Provided by Lee Thayer

Categories Other Side Dishes

Time 6h13m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 c dry chickpeas
water as needed
salt as desired
2 Tbsp cooking oil

Steps:

1. Rinse the dry chickpeas then place in a container. Add water to cover by an inch or two. Cover and place on the counter for at least 6 hours. If soaking overnight, then place in the fridge.
2. When ready to cook, drain and rinse the beans and place in your pressure cooker. Add 8 cups of water, salt as desired, and the 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, this keeps the beans from foaming so do not skip the oil.
3. Place the lid on the pot, add the weight (the jiggler), and bring the heat up to high. When the jiggler starts moving and releasing pressure, start timing for 13 minutes, and turn the heat down to low or medium low to just maintain the jiggler moving and releasing pressure.
4. At 13 minutes, turn off the heat and move the pressure cooker to an unused burner and allow a natural release of pressure. When the pressure is released, open the lid, drain and use the chickpeas as needed in other recipes.

Tips:

Choose dried chickpeas that are plump and free of wrinkles.
Soak the chickpeas overnight in cold water before cooking to reduce cooking time.
Use a pressure cooker with a capacity of at least 6 quarts.
Add enough water to cover the chickpeas by 2 inches.
Cook the chickpeas on high pressure for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender.
Let the pressure cooker cool down naturally for 10 minutes before releasing the steam.
Drain the chickpeas and rinse them with cold water.
Store the chickpeas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

Cooking chickpeas in a pressure cooker is a quick and easy way to make delicious and nutritious meals. Pressure cookers can reduce cooking time by up to 70%, making them a great option for busy people. With a little planning, you can use your pressure cooker to make a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to salads and dips. So next time you're looking for a healthy and convenient way to cook chickpeas, reach for your pressure cooker.