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Creamy Jalapeño Hummus: The Best Spicy Chickpea Dip

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Make incredibly smooth, creamy jalapeño hummus at home. This spicy chickpea dip balances rich tahini with fresh heat for a flavorful appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 large fresh jalapeño, stemmed (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup ice water (or more, for desired consistency)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda (for extra creaminess)

Instructions

  1. Place the rinsed chickpeas and baking soda in a small saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Drain the chickpeas well. This step helps achieve a smooth texture.
  2. In a food processor, combine the tahini and lemon juice. Process for 1 minute until the mixture lightens in color and thickens. Scrape down the sides.
  3. Add the garlic, jalapeño, cumin, and salt to the food processor. Process for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the warm, cooked chickpeas to the food processor. Process for 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the hummus becomes light and very creamy. You may need slightly more or less water.
  6. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  7. Transfer the creamy jalapeño hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with a slice of jalapeño, if desired. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Notes

  • For the smoothest texture, peel the skins off the chickpeas after boiling them. Rub them gently between two clean kitchen towels.
  • Use pickled jalapeños instead of fresh for a tangier, slightly less intense heat. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.
  • This dip is excellent served with pita bread or fresh vegetable sticks.

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