MEDITERRANEAN SMASHED CHICKPEAS
You smash half the chickpeas in this recipe to make a spread, sort of a warm rustic hummus enhanced with garlic cumin and hot pepper, along with a liberal drizzle of olive oil. You can use either freshly cooked dried beans or canned chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), though freshly cooked is always preferable. Tuck some into a pita for a vegetarian sandwich or serve as a dip to eat with bread and olives; a dollop of minty yogurt and a drizzle of tahini sauce make nice additions.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories quick, condiments, dips and spreads, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield About 3 1/2 cups chickpea spread
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put 3 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook gently until softened, about 10 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high. Add garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes and celery. Stir to combine let sizzle without browning for 1 minute.
- Add chickpeas and let them heat through. With a potato masher or wooden spoon, crush about half the beans. Stir well, taste and adjust seasoning. Add 1/2 cup water (or bean cooking liquid if you have it) and let mixture simmer briskly for a minute or two. Stir in lemon juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Serve warm in pita or as a dip or side dish. Garnish with quartered eggs, accompanied by minted yogurt and tahini sauce, if desired.
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M Cherish
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe!
sanjay bk
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas are amazing! I'll definitely be making them again.
Godsgift Isaac
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.
Malik Azan
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas are delicious! They're so easy to make and they're perfect for a quick and healthy snack or meal.
angel kc
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. The chickpeas are creamy and flavorful, and the lemon and garlic give it a nice tang. I love serving it with pita bread and veggies.
Taehyung
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas are amazing! I love the creamy texture and the bright flavors of the lemon and garlic. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.
Malik Najaf
[email protected]I made these smashed chickpeas for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.
Afzal Muhammad
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas are delicious! They're creamy, flavorful, and easy to make. I love serving them as a dip with pita bread or vegetables.
Nasio caroline
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy texture of the chickpeas and the bright flavors of the lemon and garlic. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.
Maria Imran992
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas are amazing! They're so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of lemon, garlic, and cumin. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.
Duydg Uitfu
[email protected]This is my new favorite appetizer! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy texture of the chickpeas and the bright flavors of the lemon and garlic.
HOBU JAMAI
[email protected]So delicious! I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chickpeas are creamy and flavorful, and the lemon and garlic give it a nice tang. I love serving it with pita bread and veggies.
Imran Ashraf
[email protected]These smashed chickpeas were a hit at my last party! I love how easy they are to make and how versatile they are. I've served them as a dip, a spread, and even a main course. They're always a crowd-pleaser.