Description
Roasted chestnuts are delicious all on their own but this faux-hummus is a fun way to experiment with the seasonal treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (240 ml) of roasted and shelled chestnuts (about 20 nuts)
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp of brown roasted sesame
- 1 red chili
- salt a pinch
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) of water
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a pan, add the oil and the chili first followed by all the ingredients
- Cook for a couple of minutes only until the chili turns brown
- Grind to a fine paste
- Garnish with Basil or mint (optional)
- Serve with warm bread or with a veggie platter
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60