This Chargrilled Capsicum Hummus recipe uses The Boss™ featuring a high velocity ProKinetix® blade and bowl system that pulverises virtually any combination of ingredients.
Ingredients
1 large red capsicum
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 x 425g cans chickpeas, rinsed, drained
3 cloves garlic
1 lemon, juiced
60ml (1/4 cup) water
2 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Cumin seeds, to garnish
Pita bread, to serve
Method
For the best results, use your Breville Boss™ blender.
Rub capsicum with 1/2 tablespoon of the oil. Cook on a pre-heated chargrill plate or barbecue on high, turning regularly, for 20 minutes or until charred all over
Transfer to a resealable plastic bag and set aside for 10 minutes or until softened and cooled slightly. Remove and discard skin and seeds
Roughly chop capsicum flesh. Place into blender jug with chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, water, tahini, cumin and remaining oil and secure lid. PUREE 20 - 30 seconds or until smooth, season to taste with salt and pepper.
To serve, transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with cumin seeds with a side of pita bread.
