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    Chipotle Hummus Recipe

    Published: May 23, 2016 Updated: April 13, 2022 / By: Dawn | Girl Heart Food 32 Comments

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    Bowl of chipotle hummus garnished with toppings.

    This flavoured hummus recipe is sure to be favourite with tortilla chips or veggie sticks when you’re craving a spicy snack. With chipotle peppers, adobo sauce and fresh lime juice, this chipotle hummus is not only easy to prepare, it’s absolutely delicious!

    Bowl of chipotle hummus garnished with toppings next to lime, cilantro and a tea towel.

    When I started to make my own hummus I couldn’t believe how simple it was (not to mention inexpensive). Plus, I get to see every single ingredient that I’m putting in there. And that’s definitely a good thing. Now I make hummus on the regular.

    The idea behind this hummus, came from hubby. Knowing that I wanted to make hummus and we both love spicy dips (or anything spicy for that matter), he suggested a chipotle hummus. Say no more! I was on board with that delicious idea!

    I’ve talked about chipotles before; they’re basically smoked jalapeno peppers and you can often find them in cans packed in adobo sauce (meaning they’re loaded with flavour and add so much smoky, spicy heat to things they’re added to). Like with pretty much all types of hot peppers, sometimes they’re extra spicy, sometimes not as much. I guess it depends on the variety and brand. Either way, yummy!

    Once you’ve made your own hummus, I’m sure you’ll want to make it again and again. And once you have the base down, you can pretty much flavour it however you like. This chipotle hummus, though, is one you’re sure to love. 

    Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce resting on top of a fork.

    Peeling the Chickpeas

    While not totally necessary, I do prefer to peel the chickpeas when making hummus. I find that it yields a creamier end result and it doesn’t take too much time (especially if you have a buddy to help). You can also try this baking soda method for skinning your chickpeas for any even speedier chickpea skin removal. Honestly, though, I kinda find removing the skins relaxing. I know, odd one over here.

    Bowl of peeled chickpeas next to a bowl of the chickpea skins.

    How To Make Chipotle Hummus

    Full details are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:

    1. Peel the chickpeas.
    2. Place the chickpeas in a food processor and process until they’ve broken down.
    3. Add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, tahini, olive oil, adobo sauce, garlic and salt, then process again.
    4. With the processor going again, drizzle in water until you’ve reached the consistency you like best.
    5. Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and garnish as desired. Done! Homemade hummus, ready to be devoured!
    Flavoured hummus in a food processor.

    Like Things Extra Spicy?

    Like mentioned above, hot peppers can vary quite a bit in spice level (even ones within the same variety). If you find that yours aren’t as spicy as you’d like (or you really love spicy food), feel free to add more chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, a dash of your favourite hot sauce, some fresh chili pepper (like Thai chili pepper), some ground cayenne pepper, smoked paprika or chipotle powder. There are lots of yummy options!

    Close-up of a bowl of chipotle hummus garnished with toppings.

    Serving the Hummus

    This chipotle hummus is great with your favourite tortilla chips or veggie sticks. It’s also really good as a sandwich spread. Try it in place of mayo in this veggie sandwich!

    Hand holding a tortilla chip, dipping it into a bowl of hummus.

    More Easy Hummus Recipes

    • Roasted Garlic Hummus
    • Buffalo Hummus
    • Lentil Hummus

    If you make this flavoured hummus recipe, be sure to leave a comment below!

    This chipotle hummus recipe was originally published May 23, 2016 but has been updated.

    Bowl of chipotle hummus garnished with toppings.

    Chipotle Hummus Recipe

    Dawn | Girl Heart Food
    This flavoured hummus recipe is sure to be favourite with tortilla chips or veggie sticks when you're craving a spicy snack. With chipotle peppers, adobo sauce and fresh lime juice, this chipotle hummus is not only easy to prepare, it's absolutely delicious!
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Servings 8 servings
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 (19-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
    • 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
    • 3 tablespoons lime juice
    • 3 tablespoons tahini
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more to drizzle over upon serving (drizzle optional)
    • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce, use the adobo sauce from your can of chipotle peppers (plus, some more to drizzle over upon serving if you like)
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water, approximately
    • Chopped cilantro, garnish to taste (optional)
    • Sliced green onion, garnish to taste (optional)

    Instructions

    • Peel outer skin of chickpeas and discard those skins (this is optional, but makes for a creamier hummus). To peel the chickpeas, pinch each chickpea between your thumb and pointer finger and they come right out.
    • Place chickpeas in a food processor and process for about 1 to 2 minutes until they're broken down. Stop to scrape sides of processor, as necessary.
    • Add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, tahini, olive oil, adobo sauce, garlic and salt. Process until smooth, about 2 minutes. Scrape sides of processor once stopped.
    • With the processor going again, drizzle in water until you've reached the consistency you like best.
    • Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and, if desired, garnish with cilantro, green onion, a drizzle of olive oil and some more adobo sauce. Serve and enjoy!
      Note: Enjoy immediately or properly store in an airtight container in your refrigerator and enjoy within 3 to 4 days.

    A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

    Keyword flavoured hummus, hummus recipe, spicy hummus

    Tried this recipe?

    If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!

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    1. GiGi Eats

      June 02, 2016 at 1:44 am

      HOME MADE HUMMUS = TOPPPPPSSSSS anything store bought!!! I just made hummus for the second time two weeks ago = LOVEEEE!

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      • Girl Heart Food

        June 02, 2016 at 8:48 am

        Doesn’t it, though? No looking back now. So much tastier and the recipe yields a bunch. Thanks GiGi 🙂

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