cover. The next day, rinse and drain. In a 4 litre saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a boil and add the chick peas. 2. Remove the froth, then add the onion and olive oil. Simmer until tender, about one to two hours. Add salt at the end and hot water (not cold), if needed to make more stock. 3. Serve hot with lemon juice or vinegar. Makes six servings. Nutritional analysis per serving: 80 calories, 3 grams protein, 2 grams fat, dozen grams carbohydrates.