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Vegan Vegetarian Spicy Indian-Style Hummus — Middle Eastern recipe

Middle Eastern · Antipasti

Spicy Indian-Style Hummus

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Ingredients

  • asafetida1 pinch
  • cayenne0.25 teaspoon
  • chickpeas1.25 cups
  • chives0.25 cup
  • ginger1 inch
  • parsley0.5 cup
  • garlic2 cloves
  • ground coriander0.5 teaspoon
  • ground cumin0.5 teaspoon
  • ground pepper12 servings
  • juice of lemon1
  • olive oil2 tablespoons
  • chilies2
  • sea salt1 teaspoon
  • tahini0.25 cup
  • turmeric1 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the chickpeas and soak for 8 hours or overnight covered in several inches of water with a little yogurt whey or lemon juice added.

  2. 2

    Drain and rinse, then transfer to a large saucepan.

  3. 3

    Cover with several inches of fresh water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover.

  4. 4

    Simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until the beans are buttery soft.

  5. 5

    Drain.In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients and process until you have a thick, smooth paste.

  6. 6

    You may need to add extra olive oil or a bit of water if you want a thinner paste.

  7. 7

    Makes 3 cups, nutrition information is based on 1/4 cup serving.

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Nutrition (per serving · serves 12)

134calories
5gProtein
15gCarbs
6gFat
Saturated Fat1g
Fiber4g
Sugar3g
Sodium203mg
Cholesterol0mg

Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.