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Spicy Jalapeño Hummus

Chickpea hummus made smooth with roasted jalapeños for a deliciously smoky flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can chickpeas drained
  • 2 jalapeños roasted
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

  1. Roast the jalapeños under the broiler until charred, then peel.
  2. Add the chickpeas, jalapeños, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin to a food processor.
  3. Blend while drizzling in the olive oil until smooth.
  4. Add a splash of water if needed for a creamier texture.
  5. Season with salt, swirl into a bowl, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Roasting the jalapeños first adds a deep, smoky flavor.