Jerusalem Artichoke Hummus with Spiced Oil

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Jerusalem Artichoke Hummus with Spiced Oil

 

1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds

1 1/2 teaspoons coriander seeds

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

2 teaspoons hot paprika

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

12 medium pita breads, cut into 8 wedges each

2 pounds Jerusalem artichokes

1 19-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 garlic cloves, smashed

1/3 cup sesame tahini

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Salt and freshly ground pepper

1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley

 

 

 

 

In a small skillet, stir the fennel and coriander seeds over moderate heat until

fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the crushed pepper and paprika and cook,

stirring, for 30 seconds longer.

Transfer the spices to a blender. Add the oil and blend until almost smooth..

Pour the spiced oil into a jar, cover and let stand overnight at room

temperature. Strain the oil through cheesecloth and discard the spices.

Preheat the oven to 375°. Spread the pitas on 2 large baking sheets and toast

for about 12 minutes, or until crisp.

Spread the Jerusalem artichokes on a rimmed baking sheet, cover tightly with

foil and bake until tender, about 45 minutes to 1 1/4 hours, depending on their

size. Remove them as they are done and let cool to room temperature. Using a

small metal spoon, scoop out and reserve the flesh, discarding the skins.

In a food processor, puree the chickpeas and garlic. Add the Jerusalem

artichokes, tahini and lemon juice and process until smooth. Season with salt

and pepper to taste and let stand for at least 2 hours or refrigerate overnight.

Spoon the hummus into a bowl, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the spiced oil and

garnish with the parsley. Serve the crisp pita chips alongside.

 

SERVES: 8

 

Author: Trey Foshee From Peak Performance

Source: Food & Wine, Healthy Cook, January, 1999.

Formatted by Chupa Babi: 03.14.08

 

ONE SERVING Calories 436 kcal, Total Fat 11 gm, Saturated Fat 1.4 gm

 

 

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