Rinse dried chickpeas and remove any debris
Soak in plenty of water for 8–12 hours
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas
Add chickpeas to a pot and cover with fresh water
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer
Cook until tender, about 45–90 minutes
Add salt near the end of cooking
Drain and use as needed
For canned chickpeas, rinse and drain before using