Who knew? Boiled peanuts make an outstanding chickpea replacement in this unusual hummus recipe.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 1 cup
Ingredients
1
cup shelled, boiled peanuts (from about 2 cans)
2
Tbsp. tahini (sesame seed paste)
1
Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1
/4 tsp. ground cumin
1
/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1
small garlic clove
2
Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Chips or pita
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Preparation
Put boiled peanuts, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, cayenne, and garlic in a food processor and pulse to combine. With processor running, slowly add oil. Continue puréeing peanut mixture, adding water 1 Tbsp. at a time, until the hummus is smooth. Season to taste with salt. Serve with chips or pita.