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This Spicy Hummus recipe is a twist on my all-time favorite Middle Eastern Hummus. It is super creamy, nutty, with notes of cumin, lemon and roasted garlic. It is also spicy but tastes so fresh! Serve it with pita bread, roasted chicken or fresh veggies. Learn how to make this absolutely delicious hummus like a professional chef today!

If you a hummus lover, you might want to check  Middle Eastern Hummus, Roasted Garlic Hummus, Red pepper Hummus or Avocado Hummus. They are delish!

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HUMMUS RECIPE

I was introduced to hummus 10 years ago when I moved to the Middle East. I have to admit-It was love from the very first bite. I have learnt how to make the creamiest, most-flavorful, smoothest hummus ever since that time. But when this week I craved something spicy, it occurred to me that I can make my go-to hummus even better, because chickpeas, tahini, cumin, roasted garlic and red chili perfectly pair with each other. And my spicy hummus was born! Oh boy! It was incredibly delicious and knocked my socks off.

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HOMEMADE HUMMUS INGREDIENTS:

What I love most about hummus is that it is a quick impromptu dip.  Most ingredients you have in your kitchen and it takes just a few minutes to make it. It is an ideal side dish for potluck parties or weeknight dinner with Garlic Butter Roasted Chicken. To make this spicy hummus you will need:

  • Chickpeas:I prefer to use canned chickpeas, because cooking chickpeas is time consuming but the taste will be only a tiny bit better.  I really recommend to go with a store-bought can. Simply rinse and drain them before making hummus.
  • Tahini: Hummus is not hummus without tahini. I recommend to buy a bottle of good quality tahini. It very versatile and can be later used in sauces for veggies.
  • Roasted garlic: It gives a milder and sweeter garlic taste and doesn’t give pungency to hummus.
  • Yogurt/ Labneh: Both will work really well.
  • Ground cumin: Chickpeas and cumin are good mates same like tomatoes and basil.
  • Red Chili: I used Turkish red cherry chili, I love them for their medium heat and a slightly sweet taste. But any red chili or jalapeno will work for this recipe. Adjust the amount to your liking.
  • Lemon juice: It gives a slightly tangy taste to hummus.

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HOW TO MAKE  HUMMUS

Method at glance to make this hummus,

  1. Roast garlic cloves and carrot. Allow to cool.
  2. In a food processor puree all the ingredients for hummus until smooth (roasted garlic, chickpeas, tahini, red cherry chili peppers, olive oil, cumin, salt, and lemon juice). Process all the ingredients until the hummus is smooth, pausing to scrape the sides down.  If the hummus seems too thick to your liking, add in a tablespoon of cold water.
  3. Adjust seasoning:  Season the hummus to your taste, feel free to add in extra cumin, salt, and lemon juice.
  4. Transfer it to a serving bowl, add on roasted julienned carrot, pumpkin seeds, the finely chopped red chili and black sesame seeds. Drizzle with olive oil.

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HOW TO SERVE HUMMUS?

Any hummus goes really well with roasted meat, kebabs, fresh veggies and pita bread.

Lemon Garlic Roast Chicken

Garlic Herb Butter Roasted Chicken

Mojo Chicken

Arabic Shawarma

Naan bread

Steamed Broccoli

More favorite hummus recipes:

Beet Hummus

Spinach Hummus

If you make this Spicy Hummus  be sure to leave a comment or give this recipe a rating! I will be happy to hear from you!

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SPICY HUMMUS RECIPE


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This Spicy Hummus recipe is a twist on my all-time favorite Middle Eastern Hummus. It is super creamy, nutty, with notes of cumin, lemon and roasted garlic. It is also spicy but tastes so fresh! Serve it with pita bread, roasted chicken or fresh veggies. 


Ingredients

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FOR HUMMUS

  • Chickpeas- 1 can (400 gm)
  • Tahini paste- 2 tbsp.
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Cumin powder- 1  tsp.
  • Roasted garlic cloves (minced) – 2
  • Turkish Red chili (or any red chili)- 2
  • Olive oil – ¼ cup
  • Labneh/Greek yogurt- 1 ½ tbsp.
  • Pinch of salt

TO GARNISH

  • Roasted julienne carrot - 2 tbsp.
  • Pumpkin seeds- 1 tsp.
  • Olive oil- as needed
  • Turkish red chili- as needed
  • Black sesame seeds- ½ tsp.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F/190 C.
  2. Drizzle unpeeled garlic cloves and julienned carrot with olive oil, then put onto a baking sheet or a piece of foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  3. Put the peeled roasted garlic cloves, chickpeas, tahini paste, lemon juice, cumin powder, red chili, olive oil, labneh and a pinch of salt to a food processor. Process until you get a smooth texture.
  4. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl/ plate, spread evenly using the back of the spoon.
  5. Top with roasted carrot, pumpkin seeds, black sesame, red chili and olives, then drizzle with some olive oil. Serve with pita bread, roasted chicken or fresh veggies.

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Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 100 gm
  • Calories: 214 kcal
  • Sugar: 3.57 g
  • Sodium: 607 mg
  • Fat: 8.93 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28.57 g
  • Fiber: 7.1 g
  • Protein: 10.71 g
  • Cholesterol: 2 mg

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