spicy hummus

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28 Pinches
Minneapolis, MN
Updated on May 27, 2012

Add a little zing to an old favorite.

prep time 1 Hr
cook time
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yield

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2-3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/3 cup cilantro, fresh
  • 1 large jalapeno, ribbed and seeded
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 1 can chick peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/3 cup pistachios, shelled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin, ground
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

How To Make spicy hummus

  • Step 1
    Combine lemon juice and water in measuring cup and set aside.
  • Step 2
    Mix together 2 tablespoons olive oil and sesame oil in separate measuring cup and set aside.
  • Step 3
    TIP: Scrape down the sides of the blender in between each step.
  • Step 4
    Combine cilantro, jalapeno and garlic in blender and pulse until finely minced.
  • Step 5
    Add chickpeas, pistachios, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper to blender and pulse until almost fully ground (about 15 seconds).
  • Step 6
    Stream in oil mixture and blend until smooth.
  • Step 7
    Stream lemon water into mixture while blending on low.
  • Step 8
    If hummus appears too dry (pasty) add remaining tablespoon of olive oil and blend until smooth.

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