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Printed September 1, 2026
Printed September 1, 2026
Air Fryer Alchemist
Caribbean Doubles-Inspired Chickpea Flatbreads
Trinidad's iconic street food meets the air fryer as turmeric-spiced chickpea dough transforms into crispy, puffed flatbreads. These golden discs are perfect for scooping curries or enjoying solo.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Cooking spray
Preparation
Doubles—the Trinidadian breakfast of fried flatbreads topped with curried chickpeas—inspired these air-fried breads that deliver similar flavor with remarkable crispness. The air fryer's dry heat creates a texture that's part cracker, part flatbread, and entirely addictive.
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, turmeric, cumin seeds, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add oil, garlic, and cilantro, then gradually add warm water while mixing with your hands until a soft dough forms.
- Knead for 3-4 minutes until smooth. The dough should be pliable but not sticky.
- Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Divide dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a thin circle about 12cm in diameter.
- Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- Lightly spray both sides of each flatbread with cooking spray.
- Working in batches, place flatbreads in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Air fry for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown with some charred spots and puffed in places.
- Serve immediately while still warm and crispy, or stack and cover with a cloth to keep them pliable.
