Purple yam, a dense fleshed purple yam found In Asian markets is perfect for Hummus. Here, it is mixed with garbanzo beans. It produces a deep pink Asian flavored Hummus. Sooo good!
Clean the purple yam long tubers . Cut in 2 inch length. Steam for 35min. Peel.
In meanwhile bruise/peel garlic, juice lemon, Julienne (sliver) fresh ginger. Rince chick peas.
In food processor, or blender, add all liquids, garlic, (add a few drops of hot sauce if dedesired ), roasted sesame powder, a pinch of salt, ginger, chick peas and purple yams.
Pulse chop, then process to desired texture . Blender will produce a very smooth Hummus, deeply pink. Food process if you want a more granular texture
Place in serving dish. Surround with flat breads, crackers, crostinis, etc. Or peeled and thin sliced daikon, pear-apples?
Decorate with fire red hydrated berrberries ( Iranian markets), or other tangy small red berries , slivered chives or green onions, and a tablespoon of pine nuts .
Have fun, and enjoy
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (122g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 6 Servings | ||
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Calories: 94 | ||
Calories from Fat: 75 (80%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 8.3g | 11 % | |
Saturated Fat 1.2g | 6 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 3.2g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 3.6g | ||
Cholesterol 0mg | 0 % | |
Sodium 2.5mg | 0 % | |
Potassium 85.6mg | 2 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 5g | 1 % | |
Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 9 % | |
Sugars, other 2.7g | ||
Protein 2.4g | 3 % | |
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Calories per serving: 94
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