Kick up the flavor of your hummus. This spicy, oil-free, Mexican hummus brings the tastes of Mexico to the creaminess of hummus. A fun alternative to guacamole.
1 15ouncecan of chickpeas – drained and rinsed well
2clovesof garlic – blanched
1jalapeno pepper – seeded
1tablespoonof chili powder
1teaspoonof cumin
1teaspoonof finely ground sea salt
¼cupof seeded and chopped tomato
½cupof water
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Instructions
Boil two cups of water in a small sauce pan and add the garlic cloves. Turn off the heat and let the garlic sit for two minutes. Remove the garlic and put in the food processor.
Add the chickpeas, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin, salt, and tomato and begin processing. SLOWLY add the water. When the hummus is thick and creamy stop adding the water.
NOTE: If you like super spicy food you can leave the seeds in the jalapeno.