Instant Pot Chickpeas (Overnight Soak)
An easy, no-fuss way to cook chickpeas from scratch using the Instant Pot. Soaking them overnight improves digestion and makes them cook up perfectly soft and creamy. Use these in dips, bowls, curries, or freeze extras for later.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- Water for soaking and cooking
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of dried chickpeas to a large bowl and cover with at least 3 cups of water (enough so the water sits a couple of inches above the chickpeas). Soak overnight.
- The next day, drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- Place soaked chickpeas into the Instant Pot.
- Add fresh water to the pot — just enough to slightly cover the chickpeas.
- Seal the lid, set to Pressure Cook on High for 12 minutes.
- Let the pressure naturally release when done.
- Drain and use immediately, or store in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze extras!
Notes
This method makes about 2½ to 3 cups of cooked chickpeas.
Want to put these bad boys to good use? Try this AMAZING Hummus recipe here!