Homemade Spicy Hummus with Gochujang

By Jessica Swartz March 25, 2023 26 mins read 74 Views

This easy homemade spicy hummus recipe blends two cultures into one creamy, smooth dip. This classic Middle Eastern hummus recipe is combined with Korean red pepper paste (gochujang), for homemade hummus that's so delicious you won't want to ever buy store-bought again.

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Hummus is a condiment that can elevate any meal. Hummus is great as a topping, dip, dressing, and much more. It is a very popular, store-bought dip. But you'd be surprised at how simple it can be made right at home.

Many spicy hummus recipes call for hot sauce, peppers, or cayenne pepper. But you all know how much I love gochujang so I decided to give my delicious recipe an Asian twist.

To make your own spicy Hummus, all you need is 7 ingredients. Takes 15 minutes . You can serve it with homemade crackers or a crudite of Korean veggies as a sandwich spread. It's impossible to go wrong with this recipe!

Ingredient Notes

The ingredients for hummus are simple to find and can be made naturally vegan. This recipe can be made gluten-free by using my homemade gluten-free gochujang. Most store-bought options have gluten.

Canned Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas but keep the liquid in the can! It will be used in the recipe as a second step.
Tahini - Tahini can be found in most grocery stores. You will often find it in the same aisle with peanut butter or in the aisle with international food.
Lemon: Freshly squeezed lemon is best, but you can also use a bottle of lemon-juice in an emergency.
Garlic: For the best flavor, you'll need fresh cloves of garlic.
Gochujang is a Korean red pepper paste. This paste can be purchased at the grocery store or made at home.
Olive oil: I used extra-virgin olive oil.
Ice Cubes
Salt

Garnish is optional

Toasted sesame oils
Scallions
Watermelon radish
Black sesame seeds

Step by step instructions

Drain the chickpeas, and then reserve the chickpea brine or aquafaba.
Add the garlic, lemon juice and 3-4 tbsp aquafaba to a food processor or blender. For about one minute, process. This will help break down the garlic, and whip up the tahini.
Mix the chickpeas with the gochujang, and continue to process until they are mostly smooth. Afterwards, add olive oil and continue processing.
Once the hummus is fully broken down, add ice cubes to it and continue processing until completely incorporated. This allows the hummus to gradually absorb moisture and air. As needed, you can alter the texture of the hummus by adding olive oil or cold water.
Once you have achieved the desired texture, taste it and add salt if necessary. Blend until well combined.
Transfer the hummus to a bowl. Use the back of a spoon and rotate the bowl with the other hand to distribute the pressure. You can then drizzle the oil in hummus by creating a groove. Add desired garnishes and serve.

Expert Tips

For an easy appetizer, you can make hummus plain with gochujang.
You can make hummus thinner by adding olive oil or cold water.
To make thicker hummus you can add less water or olive oil to your food processor.

Serving Tips

This spicy hummus can be served with crudite of Korean vegetables, including raw napa cabbage and carrots, as well as cucumbers, cucumbers, and spicy green peppers.
It can be used as a spread for sandwiches, a pasta sauce or tossed into a salad.
It can be served with crackers, pretzels or pita chips.

Storage Tips

It can be stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to one week.
It can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container up to 3 months. Thaw thoroughly before serving, and then garnish as desired.

FAQs

Is Hummus healthy?

Yes! Chickpeas are full of health benefits. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein. Hummus makes a great, healthy snack when it's served with fresh vegetables.

What is a substitute for chickpeas in place of chickpeas,

You can substitute canned white beans for chickpeas if you have an allergy or don't like them.

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Homemade spicy hummus with Gochujang

This easy recipe for homemade spicy hummus uses classic ingredients and Korean red pepper paste (gochujang). This creamy, delicious dip goes well with all kinds of foods!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Korean and Mediterranean

Keyword Hummus, spicy Hummus

Prep time 5 min

Cook Time 10 Minutes

Servings 5

Equipment

Food processor (or high-speed blender

Ingredients

Gochujang Hummus Ingredients

2 cans canned chickpeas 16oz
1 lemon juiced
1/4 cup tahini
1-2 cloves garlic
2-4 tbsp gochujang korean red pepper paste
2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
4-5 ice cubes
salt to taste

Garnish

1 tsp toasted sesame oil more to taste
1 scallion thinly sliced
1/2 watermelon radish thinly sliced
2 tsp black sesame seeds

Instructions

Drain the chickpeas, and then reserve the chickpea brine or aquafaba.
Add the garlic, lemon juice and 3-4 tbsp aquafaba to the food processor. For about one minute, process. This will help break down the garlic, and whip up the tahini.
Mix the chickpeas with the gochujang, and continue to process until they are mostly smooth. Afterwards, add olive oil and continue processing.
Once the hummus is fully broken down, add ice cubes to it and continue processing until completely incorporated. This allows the hummus to gradually absorb moisture and air. As needed, you can alter the texture of the hummus by adding olive oil or cold water.
Once you have achieved the desired texture, taste it and add salt if necessary. Blend until well combined.
Transfer the hummus to a bowl. Use the back of a spoon and rotate the bowl with the other hand. You can then drizzle in toasted sesame seed oil by creating a groove in the hummus. Add desired garnishes and serve.

Notes

Expert Tips

- For an easy appetizer, you can make a simple hummus recipe by adding gochujang to plain hummus.

- You can make hummus thinner by adding olive oil or cold water.

- To make thicker hummus you can add less water or olive oil to your food processor.

Serving Tips

- This spicy hummus can be served with crunchy Korean vegetables such as raw napa cabbage, carrots and cucumbers.

- It can be used as a spread for sandwiches, a pasta sauce or tossed into a salad.

- It can be served with crackers, pretzels or pita chips.

Storage Tips

- Remaining spicy hummus can be stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator. You can eat it within one week.

- It can also be frozen in a freezer-safe container up to 3 months. Thaw thoroughly before serving, and then garnish as desired.

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