Hummus Spicy Recipe
puréed chickpeas with Tahini, lemon, chili, garlic & olive oil served with pita
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Serving
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Prepare Chickpeas
Rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water and drain well.
- 2
Prepare Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
- 3
Chop Parsley
Finely chop the fresh parsley for garnish.
Making Hummus
- 4
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and ground cumin.
- 5
Process Until Smooth
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the hummus is too thick, add a little water (1-2 tablespoons) to reach your desired consistency.
- 6
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if necessary.
Serving
- 7
Serve Hummus
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- 8
Prepare Pita
Warm the pita bread in a toaster or on a grill for a few minutes until soft and pliable.
- 9
Enjoy
Serve the hummus with warm pita bread for dipping.
