Mediterranean Hummus with Indian Tadka

Introduce

Chef :

Bethica Das

Mediterranean Hummus with Indian Tadka

#dipsandsauces - Hummus is a traditional Mediterranean dip which is served with Arabic bread and / or grilled meat. It is prepared with boiled white chickpea and can also be relished as a spread on bread toast and parathas. Healthy and nutritious, they can be had with veggie crudites for a light meal any time of the day.

Ingredient

1 cup

mixed beans, soaked overnight

1/4 cup

roasted peanuts

green chilies

garlic cloves

1/2 tsp.

cumin powder

1/2 tsp.

coriander powder

1 tsp.

pepper powder

handful

coriander leaves, chopped

2 tbsp.

yoghurt

to taste

salt

2-3 tbsp.

olive oil

1/2 tsp.

mustard seeds

pinch

asafoetida

1/2 tsp.

cumin seeds

1 sprig

curry leaves

1 tsp.

urad dal (split black gram)

Cooking instructions

* Step 1

Pressure cook the mixed beans (lima beans, broad beans, kidney beans & white chickpeas) for 10 minutes on a low flame after the first whistle. Drain and keep aside to cool.

* Step 2

Blend along with peanuts, garlic, green chilies, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, pepper powder, lime juice and yoghurt into a smooth paste. Add coriander leaves and mix well.