Spicy Sesame Chickpea Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this zesty and flavorful spicy sesame chickpea spread. This recipe combines the earthy taste of chickpeas with the warmth of ancho pepper and the kick of hot sauce, all tied together with a hint of cumin and nutty sesame seeds.

Ingredients

Ingredients
1	lemon, juice of
1	tablespoon olive oil
3	large garlic cloves, peeled
1	teaspoon salt, add more to taste
½	teaspoon black pepper
½	dried ancho pepper
3	tablespoons hot sauce (such as Franks Red Hot)
1	teaspoon cumin
¼	cup raw sesame seeds
2	(19 ounce) cans chickpeas

Instructions

• Preparation Steps

  1. Drain 1 can of chickpeas and reserve the liquid from the other can.
  2. Add ingredients to a blender in the order listed.
  3. The mixture will be quite thick and may require tamping down.
  4. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  5. Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning to your preference.
  6. This recipe yields a generous amount of spicy sesame chickpea spread that stores well in the refrigerator.

Aug 12, 2024