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Quite Possibly the Best Chickpeas

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This hands-off method was inspired by Mina Stone, author of Cooking for Artists, who swears by adding lemon zest and olive oil for brightness and full-on flavor. We wholeheartedly agree! This recipe is part of the 2019 Feel Good Food Plan, our ten-day plan for starting the year off right.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    8 servings

Ingredients

1 lb. dried chickpeas, soaked overnight, drained
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 3x1" strips lemon zest
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine chickpeas, onion, garlic, lemon zest, oil, and a couple big pinches of salt in a large pot. Add 2 quarts water and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally and replacing any water that evaporates, until chickpeas are tender, about 2 hours. Taste and season generously with salt and pepper. Let cool.

    Step 2

    Do Ahead: Chickpeas can be made 6 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

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