Red Curry Hummus
Elevate your snack game with this bold and flavorful Red Curry Hummus, where the creamy, nutty richness of tahini meets the vibrant heat of red curry paste. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes, blending canned chickpeas, zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a hint of cumin for a wholesome dip with a Thai-inspired twist. Perfectly smooth and customizable, it's topped with smoked paprika and fresh cilantro for added flair. Serve this crowd-pleasing appetizer with pita bread, crunchy veggies, or crackers, or enjoy it as a spread in sandwiches. Whether you’re hosting a party or prepping for the week, this spicy, protein-packed hummus is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, red curry paste, lemon juice, garlic clove, olive oil, water, ground cumin, and salt.
Step 2
Pulse the mixture several times to begin breaking down the ingredients, then process on high until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the food processor as needed.
Step 3
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or red curry paste to taste.
Step 4
If the hummus is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 5
Transfer the red curry hummus to a serving bowl. If desired, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with smoked paprika, and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Step 6
Serve immediately with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 596.1 grams (596.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1105 |
| Total Fat 64.70g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat 9.80g | 49% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3100mg | 135% |
| Total Carbohydrate 99.70g | 36% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.10g | 100% |
| Total Sugars 16.20g | |
| Protein 37.40g | 75% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3649mg | 281% |
| Iron 16082mg | 89342% |
| Potassium 1192mg | 25% |
Source of Calories