Anshu's Food Odyssey

Made primarily with chickpeas, also known as gerbanzo beans, hummus is a Middle Eastern classic, gradually getting popular day by day all across the globe. This luscious and creamy dip bursting with flavors of garlic and dried herbs makes for an excellent accompaniment with pita chips, tortilla crackers and even raw veggie fingers. Not to forget, it can also be used as a spread for your sandwiches, burgers and parathas. If you are planning for a party or a get-together the upcoming weekend, and are in a quest of options for some Non-Indian appetizers on your entree menu, then I suggest this hummus recipe is just for you. The best thing about it is, with only a handful of ingredients, it come together in no time. Also, it has that additional touch of juicy red bell-peppers which lends it a super-duper taste and color.... for the best outcome, serve it with some spicy falafels (chickpea croquettes) on the side, and I guarantee, your party is a definite hit !! Red Bellpepper Hummus

One of the globally famous Middle Eastern Dips, Hummus needs no special introduction. Velvety and creamy in texture, primarily made with chickpeas or gerbanzo beans, it truly makes for a healthy yet delicious accompaniment most commonly served with another equally popular Middle Eastern appetizer, the much famous Falafels. In case you are looking for a creamy and luscious spread to apply on your plain bread, in the sandwich or burger, hummus again makes for an ideal choice; just grab a tablespoon and it is sure to take your bread to another level. Well! hummus tastes simply delicious as is, I have just given it a little twist by adding avocados to make it more luscious and rich in taste. Do try the recipe and relish with pita chips or use as a spread in pita sandwich. Ingredients 1 cup soaked and boiled chickpeas 1/4 cup of curd/yogurt (vegans can skip this) 1/4 cup Tahini (sesame seed paste) 1 avocado Salt to taste 3-4 cloves of garlic 1 tsp roasted cumin powder 2

' Falafel' is a well-known Middle Eastern specialty which is made of chickpeas and loads of fresh herbs like coriander and mint. The flavorful snack is served with an equally lip-smacking dip popularly called as ' Hummus'. A combo of these two work as a great appetizer and makes for a perfect entree when you are organizing a party or a family get together. Scroll through this page and learn the step by step method of making this appetizing delicacy. Ingredients (For Falafel) 1 cup overnight soaked chickpeas A small bunch of fresh coriander A small bunch of fresh mint Salt to taste 1 tsp roasted cumin powder Juice of 1 fresh lemon/lime 2-3 green chillies 3-4 cloves garlic 1 medium sized finely chopped onions Pinch of baking soda Oil for frying Method (For Falafel) 1. Blend all the ingredients together in a mixi or a grinder. 2. Shape the mixture into small lemon sized balls. 3. Fry them in medium hot oil until golden brown in color. 4. Serve