Roasted Red Bell Pepper Hummus



June 2009
by Eddie Sell
A nice twist on a classic Mediterranean dish that is great as an appetizer or can be used as a dip for vegetables or your favorite chips.

This delicious take on hummus is great with baked tortilla crisps, pita bread, sliced cucumber and tomato. Try it as a great sandwich spread or add it to a burger for a tasty change.

Serves: 6-8
Prep Time: 10 minutes**
Total Time: 10 minutes
  • 1 15 1/2 oz can of garbanzo beans, drained
  • 2 red bell peppers, roasted - canned or fresh**
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Spanish paprika
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2-4 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Kosher salt & fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
  1. Place all ingredients in a food processor. Pulse, then blend ingredients until puréed.
  2. Slowly add in the olive oil, leaving a somewhat chunky texture (you don't want it like soup).
  3. Serve on a platter with sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, tortilla crisps, flat bread, and pita bread.

** If using fresh peppers - and if you have a gas stovetop - do the following (and add about 15 minutes to your prep time):

  1. Wash peppers & dry. Place on a burner set to medium and, using tongs, turn frequently until gently charred all over.
  2. Place roasted peppers into a brown paper bag and fold over top to let peppers steam for about 10 minutes.
  3. When cooled, rub surface of peppers with a paper towel to skin them. Gently rinse them with cool water & pat dry with another paper towel.

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