Creamy Hummus with Garlic Chili Oil

This chili garlic hummus brings a little extra heat and aroma to a classic chickpea dip. The dish itself is creamy and smooth, while the warm garlic chili oil adds a savory, spicy topping that makes every bite more flavorful. It is simple enough to prepare for an everyday snack but flavorful enough to serve when entertaining guests.

The combination of chickpeas and tahini gives the hummus a naturally rich and nutty flavor. Olive oil adds smoothness, while the garlic provides a fragrant savory note. Chili flakes finish the dish with gentle heat and a slightly smoky, spicy character.

How to Serve Chili Garlic Hummus

Serve this hummus with warm pita bread, naan, crackers, or fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrots, and bell peppers. It also works beautifully as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. For a simple appetizer, place the hummus in a shallow serving bowl and spoon the garlic chili oil over the top just before serving.

Tips for Making Creamy Hummus

For the smoothest texture, blend the chickpeas and tahini thoroughly rather than stopping as soon as the ingredients come together. Add the water gradually and adjust the amount as needed until you reach your preferred consistency.

Creamy Hummus with Garlic Chili Oil – Middle Eastern Desi-fusion

A smooth and creamy homemade hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, and salt, then topped with fragrant garlic chili oil for an extra layer of flavor. Perfect as a dip, spread, or part of a mezze platter.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Middle Eastern-Desi Fusion

Servings 5

Equipment

• Food Processor or Blender

Ingredients

  

Hummus (Base Ingredients)

• 2 cups 400 g boiled chickpeas
• 130 g tahini
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup water adjust as needed
• 1 tsp salt

Tarka (Garlic Chili Oil)

• 2-3 tbsp olive oil
• 3-4 pieces garlic cloves thinly sliced
• 1 tsp chili flakes

Instructions

 

Hummus (Base Preparation)

• Add boiled chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, water, and salt to a food processor.
• Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
• Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.

Tarka (Garlic Chili Oil)

• Heat olive oil in a small pan.
• Add the sliced garlic and fry until golden and fragrant.
• Remove the pan from the heat.
• Add the chili flakes and stir immediately.
• Pour the garlic chili oil over the hummus.
• Serve immediately.

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Notes

Adjust the amount of water to achieve your preferred consistency.

Adding the chili flakes after removing the oil from the heat helps prevent them from burning.

Serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, crackers, or as part of a mezze platter.