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Roasted chickpeas produced by traditional methods in the Seydisehir district are the most important registered local flavor of the region. It is obtained from chickpeas roasted in special sand.
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Seydisehir Roasted Chickpeas, the symbol of Seydisehir culinary culture, reflect the deeply rooted craft history of the district. Roasted over a wood fire using special river sand in historical shops, they are known for their crunchy texture. The production process involves resting the chickpeas for days and roasting them in several stages. For detailed production locations, you can check the Map section on the page. This flavor also has great popularity across Konya.
Chickpea roasting is an ancestral trade passed down for generations in the district and contains no additives.
Ingredients
- Local chickpeas belonging to the Seydisehir region
- Fine river sand (for the roasting process)
- Wood fire (oak wood is preferred)
- Water (for pre-soaking and moistening phase)
- Salt (optional, for salted varieties)
Preparation
- Quality chickpeas are selected and left to rest by being moistened with water for a certain period.
- The rested chickpeas are subjected to the first roasting process over a wood fire in special pans.
- The roasted chickpeas are spread out on displays to dry so that their skins can be easily peeled.
- The chickpeas, separated from their skins, are roasted for the last time in hot pans covered with special river sand until they turn golden yellow.
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