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Peanut Hummus

Chef Lewis gives hummus a southern twist by subbing boiled peanuts for the chickpeas and adding roasted peanuts as a garnish. This protein-rich dip can move seamlessly from mid-morning to afternoon for a nutritious nibble with flatbread or raw veggies.

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Servings
2
Cuisine Type
  • mediterranean
Menu Part
  • appetizer
Main Ingredient
  • Nuts

Source: Recipe and photo courtesy of National Peanut Board

Hummus is typically made by mashing chickpeas with spices, garlic, lemon juice and tahini. Chef Lewis gives the popular snack a Southern twist by subbing boiled peanuts for the chickpeas and adding roasted peanuts as a garnish. This protein-rich dip can move seamlessly from mid-morning to afternoon for a nutritious nibble with flatbread or raw veggies. 

Ingredients

1 lb. peanuts, blanched, unsalted
2 qt. water
5 oz. tahini
4 oz. lemon juice
4 oz. peanut cooking liquid (or hot water)
5 tbsp. roasted garlic puree
1 1/2 tbsp. salt
8 oz. extra virgin olive oil
Dry roasted peanuts
Warm pita bread, cut into wedges

Steps

  1. Boil peanuts in water for 3 hours or until very tender and falling apart. Strain, reserving cooking liquid.

  2. In food processor, puree peanuts with tahini, lemon, roasted garlic and salt. Process about 5 minutes.

  3. Slowly add olive oil, processing until well combined. Adjust seasoning, if necessary.

  4. Transfer to covered container and refrigerate at least 4 hours and up to 4 days.

  5. To serve, garnish with roasted peanuts and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with pita.

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