Spiced Sweet Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 ounces dried chickpeas
• 2 large sweet red bell peppers, roasted
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 1 hour (plus overnight soaking)

Cooking Time:

• 2-3 hours (for roasting peppers)

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Soak chickpeas overnight in a large bowl of water.
2. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then add them to a large pot with 8 cups of water.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until chickpeas are tender.
4. While chickpeas are simmering, roast red peppers on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until they are charred and tender.
5. Remove peppers from oven and let them cool slightly. Peel and remove seeds, then roughly chop.
6. In a food processor or blender, combine chickpeas, roasted red peppers, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, allspice, red pepper flakes, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
7. Process until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasonings to taste.
8. Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Protein: 5g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 5g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful
• Sweet and smoky from roasted red peppers
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for dipping with pita bread, vegetables, or chips

User Comments:

• "This hummus is so delicious and easy to make! I love the subtle sweetness from the roasted red peppers."
• "I served this hummus at a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor."
• "I'm not usually a fan of hummus, but this recipe changed my mind. It's sweet, smoky, and very flavorful."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have time to roast your own red peppers, you can use canned roasted peppers instead.
• To make a smoother hummus, remove the skins from the chickpeas before processing.
• Hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.