Spicy Chipotle Hummus

🥘 Ingredients

• chickpeas 1 can (15-oz.)
• garlic 3 cloves
• tahini ½ cup
• chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 3 whole
• fresh lemon juice 2 ½ Tbsp
• sea salt ¾ tsp
• extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp

1. 1

   In a small saucepan , combine the undrained chickpeas (NOT drained) and smashed garlic (2 to 4 cloves). Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 4 to 5 minutes .
2. 2

   NOTE: Reserve 1/2 of the chickpea liquid (aquafaba) to add in as needed while blending.
3. 3

   Add the other 1/2 of the chickpea liquid and the simmered chickpeas and garlic to a food processor (or blender ) and process with tahini , chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (2 to 4 peppers), fresh lemon juice (2 to 3 Tbsp), and sea salt (0.5 to 1 tsp). Stream in extra virgin olive oil (1 to 2 Tbsp) while mixing.
4. 4

   Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Add more of the reserved chickpea liquid as needed for a creamier texture.
5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasonings as you prefer, adding more lemon juice for brightness or more chipotle peppers for smokiness and spice.
6. 6

   Garnish with a little more olive oil and smoked paprika, and serve.