Spicy Jalapeno Hummus
Description
Homemade spicy hummus, made with jalapeno peppers, is a flavorful twist on traditional hummus and tastes better than store-bought versions.
Ingredients
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1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and liquid reserved
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8 slices jarred jalapeno peppers, diced
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1 tablespoon juice from jarred jalapeno peppers
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon tahini
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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ground black pepper to taste
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1 pinch paprika, or to taste
Directions
1
Blend garbanzo beans, jalapeno peppers, juice from jalapeno peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini, and garlic in a blender or food processor until smooth; add reserved garbanzo bean liquid and blend to reach desired consistency. Add cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and paprika; blend until smooth.
2
Chill hummus until flavors blend, about 4 hours.