Spicy Hummus Dip

Hummus Dip is a very popular party dip to serve and to snack on at home as it is high in protein and great for plant-based diets.  It is a perfect dish to bring as an appetizer for any type of gathering as well.  It has a long shelf life to keep on hand in the refrigerator and it is so easy to add in other ingredients to create a variety of flavors such as roasted red pepper, cilantro, pesto, avocado, and the list goes on.  It is served well with either crackers, or for a low-carbohydrate option, use vegetables such as carrot sticks, celery sticks, broccoli, cauliflower, or red pepper slices to dip in it.  The recipe below is the simple and fast version that is packed with flavor after adding in Sriracha Seasoning Stix.

This dip is also great to use as a spread on bread as a substitute for mayonnaise.  Hummus is easy to eat and does not take long to make.  Taking regular hummus dip to a new taste level is so easy now with Sriracha Seasoning Stix.  This recipe will surely be a new favorite your family will enjoy.  For a less spicy version, just use one seasoning stick, for a little more of a spicy pop of flavor then use two based on your flavor preference.    

Ingredients:  You will need a food processor or blender for this recipe.

• 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
• 1/2 cup roasted tahini (sesame seed butter)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel or zest
• 2 cloves garlic finely ground
• 1/4 cup packed flat leaf parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Optional: salt to taste
• Optional: ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch paprika, and sprinkled on top
• 1-2 Sriracha Seasoning Stix (dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water)
• 2 tablespoons of water

Directions:

1. Place garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, and green onion in the bowl of a food processor or blender.  Dissolve the Sriracha Stix in the water for easy mixing.  
2. Blend until smooth, adding water if the mixture is too thick. If needed, season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Sprinkle with paprika, refrigerate until serving and enjoy!

Save Time on Recipes

Gone are the days of adding in more chili peppers, paprika, salt, garlic powder, etc. separately which takes time to prepare and frequently taste test to make sure a recipe is right.  That is not always practical to do if you’re baking a potato, or a dish containing eggs - taste testing just can’t always be done to make sure the flavor is on point.  Now, the worry of getting the taste just right is over. When you use Sriracha Seasoning Stix, you know exactly how much flavor and spice will be added to a dish each and every time.  

When life is busy and time is limited, a fast meal preparation with an easy to make side dish is the way to go.  Keeping meals quick and simple will save time and still provide the flavor and enjoyment that you and your family will appreciate as if you spent hours preparing it!    

Just The Seasoning

Another great point to make along with the convenience of using Sriracha Stix is that it does not add a ton of extra ingredients to a meal or snack other than warm savory flavor.  When Sriracha is used with almost any food item, all you are adding is the flavor, not much else.  This is a bonus if you want to maintain a healthy lifestyle using simple ingredients.  Living and eating healthy on the go is not always easy, but now it can be!

For the days when you want to cook something tasty but still on the healthy side and not full of a long list of added ingredients then Sriracha Stix are the perfect go-to item.  They can spice up your life in so many ways from Seasoned Chicken, Spanish Rice, Chipotle Mayonnaise, etc.  Just see our other recipes for more ideas.  

Ready, Set, Go Flavor!

When you show up to a party or gathering with the best tasting appetizer, main dish, or savory sauce - no one will be able to stop talking about it.  Be prepared to answer questions about how you found the time to create such a great dish.  However, it is entirely up to you if you want to spill the secrets of a good cook and just how easy it is.  Sharing the love is something you can’t go wrong with, especially when it is too good to keep all to yourself.

Check you local grocery retailer today or order online at www.srirachastix.com, www.seasoningstixs.com or on www.amazon.com to flip the script on your same old recipes and really get things cooking today!