Description

Crispy Homemade Lentil Chips are a delicious and nutritious snack made from soaked lentils blended into a flavorful batter with chickpea flour and spices. Baked to a perfect crisp, these chips are high in protein, fiber-rich, gluten-free, and customizable to suit your taste, making them a healthy alternative to traditional potato chips.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup dry lentils
2 cups water (for soaking)
2 tablespoons water (for blending)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chickpea flour
1 teaspoon salt
Spices to taste (such as paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili flakes)

Instructions

Soak the Lentils: Rinse one cup of dry lentils under cold water until clear. Soak in two cups of water for about 4 hours or overnight to soften.
Blend into Batter: Drain soaked lentils and place in a food processor. Add two tablespoons of water and blend until smooth and thick, adding additional water a tablespoon at a time if needed.
Mix in Ingredients: Transfer batter to a bowl. Stir in two tablespoons olive oil, half a cup chickpea flour, one teaspoon salt, and chosen spices until well combined into a thick spreadable dough.
Spread the Batter Thinly: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread batter evenly in a very thin layer about 1/8 inch thick using a spatula.
Bake and Crisp: Bake for 25-30 minutes until dry and firm but not browned. Remove from oven and cut into chip-sized squares or triangles while still warm.
Final Crisping: Increase oven temperature to 400°F (205°C). Arrange cut chips on baking tray and bake for another 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.

Notes

Ensure batter is not too wet to avoid soggy chips; chickpea flour helps absorb moisture.
Spread batter as thinly as possible for crispier chips.
Cut chips uniformly to ensure even baking and avoid burning.
Bake in batches to prevent overcrowding and promote even heat circulation.
Cool chips completely on a wire rack after baking to maintain crispness.

Prep Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 120
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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