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Tandoori Hummus, Healthy Tandoori Hummus

 

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tandoori hummus recipe is a version Hummus, which is a common Mediterranean dip made with chickpeas and garlic. Here is an Indian style tandoori hummus that is just right for desi food lovers!

While the recipe still retains the traditional hummus ingredients like chick peas, garlic, olive oil, curds and herbs, we have spiked tandoori hummus up further using tongue-tickling Tandoori Masala Powder.

Kabuli chana, also known as chick peas, is the prime ingredient of any hummus. In this tandoori hummus, chick peas are soaked and cooked till done. Tandoori masala, garlic and lemon juice are added to it as flavour enhancers.

Curd and olive oil in this homemade tandoori hummus is to ease the process of blending and give a smooth texture to the hummus. Curd will add on to your protein levels while the olive oil will lend omega-3 fats – the healthy fats known to protect your heart in healthy tandoori hummus.

Imagine packing a nice, satiating tandoori hummus in your kids’ snack box along with something refreshing like cucumber or carrot sticks. it would transform their break into a very jolly and relaxing time. Also, you can make tandoori hummus for a party and serve it along falafel and lavash.

Serve this delicious Tandoori Hummus with pita bread. You can try other desi dips like the Achar Dip and the Thecha Hummus.

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Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:    Makes 1 cup

Ingredients


For Tandoori Hummus
2 tsp tandoori masala
1 cup soaked and boiled kabuli chana (white chick peas)
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic (lehsun) paste
1 tbsp lemon juice
3 tbsp fresh curd (dahi)
salt to taste

For The Garnish
2 tsp olive oil
chilli powder to sprinkle
1 tsp finely chopped parsley

For Serving With Tandoori Hummus
 pita bread

Method
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  2. Spoon the mixture into a serving plate and pour olive oil and sprinkle chili powder and parsley over it.
  3. Refrigerate the {span class="bold1"}tandoori hummus{/span} till use and serve with pita bread.

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what is tandoori hummus made of?
  1. Tandoori hummus is made of 2 tsp tandoori masala, 1 cup soaked and boiled kabuli chana (white chick peas), 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic (lehsun) paste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp fresh curd (dahi) and salt to taste.

    For The Garnish
    2 tsp olive oil
    chilli powder to sprinkle
    1 tsp finely chopped parsley

how to soak and boil kabuli chana
  1. Take approximately 1/2 cup of kabuli chana (chickpeas) in a deep bowl with in enough water.
  2. Cover with a lid and let it soak overnight. The chickpeas will double in size. Soaking is a very important step for cooking of any beans or legumes. By soaking them, the beans become softer and hence take less time to cook. If you do not have 8 -10 hours for soaking, boil the chickpeas for 5 minutes, cover with a lid and let them soak for 2 - 3 hours. This is called the quick soak method which is almost as effective as soaking for 10 hours.
  3. They will look like this once soaked for 8 to 10 hours. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
  4. Put the soaked chickpeas in the pressure cooker. Alternately, you can even boil them but that can take upto 45 minutes till an hour.
  5. Add enough water and salt and pressure cook for 4 whistles. Here, overcooked chickpeas work great too. If you want the chickpeas to go soft, you can add a pinch of cooking soda while pressure cooking so that the chickpeas cook properly.
  6. Wait for the pressure to drop naturally before opening it. If you open it in a haste, the chickpeas will not have cooked properly. 1/2 cup of raw chickpeas will yield about 1 cup soaked and boiled kabuli chana (white chick peas). If you open the cooker before the pressure has dropped, the chickpeas might not have cooked through.
  7. Drain the kabuli chana. Tip: Keep aside some cooking water of the chickpeas to add to the blender if required. This liquid will give a smooth consistency to the hummus. If you have already drained the liquid, you can use water instead.

how to make tandoori hummus
  1. To make tandoori hummus recipe | Indian style tandoori hummus recipe | healthy tandoori hummus, let the chick peas cool completely and then add them in a mixer jar. Kabuli Chana which is used in popularly in Chole in India is a complex carbs which prevents surges in blood sugar levels and good for diabetics. Chickpeas are high in Fibre resulting in your stomach feeling a lot fuller than refined carbs. One cup of cooked chickpeas has 14 grams of protein, which is a really good amount. See here for 10 fabolous benefits of chickpeas. 
  2. Add 3 tbsp olive oil. Olive oil is a strong antioxidant and good for heart. Also its has anti inflammation properties. This is one of the healthiest oil you can opt for. It has around 77% of MUFA. Olive oil, especially the extra virgin olive oil, is unrefined oil in its natural state and free of chemicals. Moreover, olive oil also possess polyphenols – a type of antioxidant which protects body cells and maintains heart health as well. Popular in Mediterranean cooking, this oil works best for salad dressings or quick sautéing recipes. They cannot be used for prolonged cooking at high temperatures. Note that its a fat at the end of the day so don't consume too much. Read the super article of  which oil is the healthiest, avoid vegetable oil. 
  3. Add 1 tsp garlic (lehsun) paste. Garlic has been proven to lower cholesterol. The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure. Garlic is also alleged to help regulate blood glucose levels for diabetics. Garlic is great for the heart and circulatory system. Garlic has an antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal function and can help in relieving common cold and other viral infections. To boost your immune system have a garlic clove a day. Garlic is a top anti viral food. The thiosulphate compound, Allicin found in garlic acts as a strong antioxidant and protects our body from damage of free radicals.  Read here for complete benefits of garlic. 
  4. Add 1 tbsp lemon juice. Lemon is a very good source of Vitamin C and thus helps in the production of  white blood cells and antibodies in the blood which attacks invading microorganisms, prevents infection and builds immunity. Therefore, Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. The ascorbic acid in lemon juice helps in absorption of iron from the food. So if you’re iron deficient or have anaemia squeeze a lemon on iron rich recipes. See detailed benefits of lemon, lemon juice.
  5. Add 3 tbsp fresh curd (dahi). Curds help in digestion as it has very good bacteria. Probiotics in curds acts as a mild laxative but, in case of diarrhoea and dysentery, it is a boon, if curd is used with rice. Curd is one of the richest source of protein, calcium and minerals. They help in weight reduction, good for your heart and build immunity. Being low in sodium, it is safe to be eaten by individuals with high blood pressure. The only difference between curds and low fat curds is the fat level. Note that one cup curds gives half cup hung curds. Read the benefits of curds to include in your daily diet. 
  6. Add 2 tsp tandoori masala.
  7. Add 2 tbsp of water.
  8. Add salt to taste.
  9. Blend till smooth.
  10. Spoon the mixture into a serving plate.
  11. Pour olive oil evenly over it. 
  12. Sprinkle chilli powder evenly over it.
  13. Garnish with 1 tsp finely chopped parsley.
  14. Refrigerate tandoori hummus recipe | Indian style tandoori hummus recipe | healthy tandoori hummus till use and serve with pita bread.

tips for tandoori hummus
  1. Overcooked chickpeas work great too. If you want the chickpeas to go soft, you can add a pinch of cooking soda while pressure cooking so that the chickpeas cook properly.
  2. Drain the kabuli chana and keep aside some cooking water of the chickpeas to add to the blender if required. This liquid will give a smooth consistency to the hummus.
  3. Hummus stays fresh for 2 days in the refrigerator. 

health benefits of tandoori hummus
  1. Tandoori Hummus – protein rich snack for weight loss. 
  2. The high protein in the chick peas helps to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss. 
  3. The fibre in it keeps you satiated for a long time and avoids binge eating. 
  4. Olive oil possess polyphenols – a type of antioxidant which protects body cells and maintains heart health as well.
  5. It makes a delicious snack with carrot strips and cucumber sticks. 
  6. This combo can be enjoyed by weight watchers, heart patients and diabetics too. 
Nutrient values per tbsp
Energy55 cal
Protein1.2 g
Carbohydrates4 g
Fiber1.7 g
Fat3.8 g
Cholesterol0.5 mg
Vitamin A45.1 mcg
Vitamin B10 mg
Vitamin B20 mg
Vitamin B30.2 mg
Vitamin C1.1 mg
Folic Acid11.2 mcg
Calcium20.1 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Magnesium10.9 mg
Phosphorus22.7 mg
Sodium2.1 mg
Potassium59.9 mg
Zinc0.2 mg
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