Spice up snack time with this jalapeño hummus recipe. It is rich and creamy, with bright flavors from cilantro and lime juice, followed with a kick of heat from fresh jalapeño peppers. It is perfect for dipping and seriously addictive.
I am a big fan of jalapeño peppers. I have tried store-bought jalapeño hummus and wasn't that impressed with the flavor. Therefore, I have been experimenting at home to create a hummus that I would like. I nailed it with this recipe.
The fresh flavors really come out in this combination of ingredients. The amount of heat isn't overpowering. When I make it as a dip for parties, everyone LOVES it. I also like using it as a sandwich spread base on pita bread, bagel, or flour tortilla wrap for a vegetable sandwich. It is really good that way too!
In this post, I walk you through all the tips and tricks to make hummus PERFECTLY creamy; like whipped butter. I hope you love it as much as we do! Enjoy! Xoxo~Katie.
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Ingredient notes and substitutions
You will need the following ingredients to make cilantro jalapeño hummus.
- garbanzo beans- Garbanzo beans can also be labeled as chickpeas. They are the same.
- baking soda-Baking soda is added to cooking the chickpeas. It will help remove the outer skins and tenderize them.
- tahini- Making homemade tahini is EASY! It is also better than store-bought. Here is my homemade tahini recipe if you want to make it from scratch. If you are purchasing tahini, you can find it by the peanut butter in the grocery store. For a really good quality tahini, try finding it at your local Mediterranean market.
- jalapeño peppers- Jalapeño peppers offer a soft kick of heat. If you want a really spicy dip, substitute with Serrano peppers.
- cilantro- I love the bright flavors fresh cilantro adds to this hummus. If you are not a cilantro fan, you can omit this ingredient.
- fresh lime juice
- garlic cloves- You can substitute with garlic powder.
- cumin
*The ingredient measurements are located at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Steps
Follow these easy steps to make jalapeño cilantro hummus.
- Strain the chickpeas from their liquid, reserving the liquid for later use.
- Add chickpeas to a medium-sized sauce pan and cover with a couple inches of water. Add baking soda.
- Bring chickpeas to a light boil, then simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until their outer skins begin falling off.
- Strain the chickpeas from the liquid and rinse off the baking soda.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, garlic, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, cumin, and lime juice to a high-powered blender or food-processor. Blend 2-3 minutes until everything is broken down.
- Add salt and reserved liquid, then process slowly until hummus is creamy and smooth.
Watch how to make
Time Saving Tip
Cooking the chickpeas will create that smooth, butter-whipped texture. I personally think it is worth the effort. However, if you are in a hurry, you can skip this step, and make the jalapeno hummus in 5 minutes.
How long does it last?
Store hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Ways to Use Creamy Hummus
- great for dipping vegetables
- substitute sandwich spread in place of mayo or mustard
- dip for pita chips
- base for a veggie wrap or bagel
- mash in deviled eggs
- spread on toast and add an over easy egg
- try on my homemade tortilla chips
- spread on a veggie burger
- use as a base for a vegetable pizza
- add to a veggie quesadilla
- use for a base for english muffin melt
Please leave me a comment below if you make this cilantro hummus dip recipe and tell me what you think about it. I would love to hear back, and so would my readers.
Also post your picture of your creamy hummus on Instagram or Facebook, and tag @aforkstale with #aforkstale hashtags! I will share with my followers! xoxo!
📖 Recipe
Jalapeño Cilantro Hummus Recipe
Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor
Ingredients
- 2 (15) ounces can Garbanzo Beans
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup tahini
- 2 jalapeño peppers
- 1 cup cilantro
- 2 Limes juiced
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Strain the chickpeas from their liquid, reserving the liquid for later use.2 (15) ounces can Garbanzo Beans
- Add chickpeas (garbanzo beans) to a medium sized sauce pan. Cover with a couple of inches of water. Add baking soda.½ teaspoon baking soda
- Bring chickpeas to a light boil. Simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until their outer skins begin falling off.
- Strain chickpeas and rinse off baking soda.
- Add chickpeas, tahini, garlic, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, cumin, and lime juice to a high-powered blender or food-processor. Blend 2-3 minutes until everything is broken down.½ cup tahini, 2 jalapeño peppers, 1 cup cilantro, 2 garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon cumin, 2 Limes
- Add salt and reserved liquid (about 2-3 tablespoons of liquid) a little at a time, and process slowly until hummus is creamy and smooth to your desired consitency.salt to taste
- I like to garnish with a good olive oil. This is optional.
Brian Jones says
You cannot beat a 5 minute recipe, I love the sound of this... So many great flavours!
Pam Greer says
I love homemade hummus, but this cilantro jalopeno variation is definitely going to become a favorite. Heading to the store to get everything I need!
melve says
I love this recipe! I am excited to try this and serve with bread. Thanks for sharing.
Tamara says
Mmmm! Cilantro and jalapeno with hummus? Yes please! I love your suggestion of using hummus as a substitute for mayonnaise... so much healthier!