Smoky Chickpea Dip

Name: Smoky Chickpea Dip
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 8 servings Grilled bread or pita, for serving; 0 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 2 Tbsps chopped cilantro; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 227 grams dried chickpeas, soaked overnight and drained; 4 smalls garlic cloves, smashed; 3 Tbsps fresh lemon juice; 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil with lemon (see Note); 2 Tbsps extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 0 teaspoons hot pimentón or other hot paprika; 8 servings Salt

Smoky Chickpea Dip might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One portion of this dish contains around 9g of protein, 8g of fat, and a total of 230 calories. This recipe serves 8. Head to the store and pick up salt, cayenne pepper, garlic cloves, and a few other things to make it today. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for The Super Bowl. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a vegan diet.

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, cover the chickpeas with 3 inches of water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over moderate heat until just tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

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Chickpeas

Water

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Sauce Pan

Drain the chickpeas well and pat dry.

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Chickpeas

Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook the cumin seeds over moderate heat, shaking the pan until they are lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.

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Cumin Seeds

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Transfer to a spice or coffee grinder and let cool, then grind to a fine powder.

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In a food processor, combine the chickpeas with the garlic, lemon juice, cumin, pimentn and cayenne pepper and pulse until finely chopped. With the machine on, add the 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and the lemon olive oil in a slow, steady stream and puree until the chickpea dip is very smooth. Season the dip with salt, then scrape it into a shallow bowl.

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