Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Cooked chickpeas, dried well | 500 g | Sweet, Astringent · Cooling |
 Coriander seeds | 4 g | Astringent, Bitter, Sweet · Cooling |
 Olive oil | 18 g | Sweet, Bitter, Astringent · Heating |
 Dried red chili | 3 g | Pungent · Heating |
 Rock salt | 4 g | Salty · Cooling |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Prepare the well-dried cooked chickpeas and coriander seeds and dry the surfaces well.
- Toss with the olive oil, Dried red chili, and rock salt.
- Spread in one layer on a wide tray.
- Roast until hot and lightly crisp, turning midway so the edges color evenly.
- Serve warm in a modest portion.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international roasted-snack adaptation)
Chili Coriander Roasted Chickpeas is roasted rather than deep-fried and is best served warm. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Chili Coriander Roasted Chickpeas
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (88g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 232 kcal | 205 kcal |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 7.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 24.5 g | 21.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 6.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | 3.7 g |
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 10.5 g |
| Calcium | 49.1 mg | 43.3 mg |
| Iron | 2.70 mg | 2.38 mg |
| Magnesium | 45.2 mg | 39.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150.8 mg | 132.9 mg |
| Potassium | 267 mg | 235 mg |
| Sodium | 503 mg | 444 mg |
| Zinc | 1.38 mg | 1.22 mg |
| Copper | 0.32 mg | 0.28 mg |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium | 3.4 µg | 3.0 µg |
| Vitamin C | 2.0 mg | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1.2 µg | 1.1 µg |
| Vitamin E | 2.00 mg | 1.76 mg |
| Vitamin K | 11.9 µg | 10.5 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.10 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.06 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.46 mg | 0.41 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 143.8 µg | 126.8 µg |
| Choline | 37.7 mg | 33.2 mg |
