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Servings 6, Preparation time 30 min.
Ingredients
- 5 tbsp sesame seeds
- 3 cloves garlic
- 200 g (1 c) chickpeas (canned), reserve 3 tbsp liquid from can (drain and rinse chickpeas)
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 pinch sugar
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch paprika powder
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1 sweet red pepper (optional), seeds and white membrane removed
Directions
- 1. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet for two minutes stirring frequently until golden brown. Halve the garlic cloves. Puree the chickpeas with the blender bar, or XL chopper accessory together with 2–3 tablespoons of reserved chickpea can liquid, sesame seeds, garlic, yogurt and 1 tablespoon of oil to form a smooth paste. Puree the chickpeas with the blender bar, or XL chopper accessory together with 2–3 tablespoons of reserved chickpea can liquid, sesame seeds, garlic, yogurt and 1 tablespoon of oil to form a smooth paste.
- 2. Add the lemon juice and puree the mixture for a few seconds more. Season the hummus with the sugar, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.
- 3. Transfer into a shallow dish and create a spiral shape with a teaspoon. Drizzle with the remaining oil and dust with paprika powder.
- 4. Garnish with finely chopped parsley and red pepper cut into strips.
- Chef’s tip: Great with naan bread or pita bread.