Sweet and Tangy Hummus

By á-174535

Red pepper paste gives this garlic-free hummus its color and smoky-sweet flavor; find it in Middle Eastern markets or online.

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, 15.5 ounces rinsed
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoon Turkish or Syrian red pepper paste or 2 tsp. harissa paste
• 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses (optional)
• Kosher salt
• Olive oil, Aleppo pepper or crushed red pepper flakes, and warm pita bread (for serving)

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from bonappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Set aside 2 tablespoons chickpeas for serving. Process tahini, lemon juice, red pepper paste, pomegranate molasses (if using), and remaining chickpeas in a food processor, adding water as needed, until hummus is very smooth; season with salt.

Serve hummus drizzled with oil and topped with Aleppo pepper and reserved chickpeas, with pita bread alongside.

DO AHEAD: Hummus can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.