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Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

Mar 2, 2020 | Last Updated: Apr 30, 2023 | by Swati

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Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus Recipe with spicy kick from Sriracha Sauce and hint of sweetness from Orange Marmalade!!

Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus
Table of Contents
  • About the Recipe
  • What is Hummus
    • Variations in Hummus
  • Ingredients to make Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus
  • How to make Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus
    • Roast Carrots for Hummus(Optional, as you can add raw also)
    • Prepare Hummus
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Check these healthy and delicious recipes with Chickpeas
  • Air Fryer Recipes and it's Advantages
  • Recipe Card
  • Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus
    • To Roast Carrots and Garlic(optional)
    • Roast Carrots and Garlic
    • Make Hummus
    • To boil chickpeas at home

About the Recipe

Hummus is one of the most popular dip introduced to the world by Mediterranean Cuisine!! Look all around the stores you will find tubs/packs of Hummus in different flavors lined up in the aisles. Take it as a health food or a party dip. Protein packed Hummus is there for your anytime snack.

What is Hummus

Hummus, Middle Eastern Dip made with boiled and pureed chickpeas, tahini(sesame paste in olive oil), lemon juice and salt. It is served with Mediterranean Mezze Platter , served with Pita Chips as snack. Used as a spread in falafel and vegetable rolls, sandwiches with various fillings. Makes a light lunch but filling lunch when served with various crunchy salad platters with veggies like cucumbers, carrots, radish and bell peppers.

Variations in Hummus

It is one versatile dip. You can make other variations using Spinach, Eggplant, Carrots, Bell Peppers(Roasted Bell Hummus), Beetroots, Asparagus and even fruits like Mango and Strawberry. Add flavor variations with different spice mixes from Za'atar Spice mix to simple Cumin powder or our Indian Chaat Masala(Chaat Masala Hummus by Priya Iyer).

I particularly liked this book Israeli Soul by Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook.. which introduced me to Israeli Cuisine and so many variations of Hummus made with white beans, black beans or even with fresh green peas.

This post I am covering Carrot Hummus. Light Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus made with lightly roasted carrots with spicy Sriracha and a hint of sweetness from Orange Marmalade.

Ingredients to make Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

Chickpeas--You can use Canned Chickpeas or pre boiled.

Check How to cook dried Chickpeas.

Carrots and Garlic-You can add roasted or add raw carrots. I prefer roasted as it enhances the taste or a veggie. If you choose to add raw then it is a no cook recipe.

Tahini-Tahini paste(made from sesame seeds) is a personal choice. Sometimes I add and when I don't have it I add a tbsp of sesame seeds to it. You can skip either of it but add 1-2 tbsp more Olive Oil if skipping Tahini.

Orange Marmalade-In one of the recipes online that I came across few days back , used Apricot Jam for sweetness. As I did not have apricot jam, I decided to try with my Homemade Orange Marmalade with Coconut Sugar. The mild Orange flavor that comes from the orange peels in the marmalade adds to a different fruity and pleasant taste.

For Orange flavor(if not using Marmalade) add finely chopped orange peels or 1 tsp of orange zest and 2-3 tbsp of orange juice. Add 1-2 tbsp honey/maple syrup(vegan friendly) for mild sweetness.

Sriracha Sauce-adds to the much needed spicy kick.. If you don't have Sriracha add chilli flakes/Cayenne pepper/smoky paprika or Kashmiri Lal Mirch and a tsp of Vinegar.

Other Ingredients-Lemon Juice, Cumin Powder, Salt as per taste.Freshly ground black pepper and Sunflower/Pumpkin Seeds , Pomegranate pearls for topping.

You can tweak this recipe as per your preferences. Do check out the Notes section in Recipe Card for Substitutes.

How to make Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

Check out my quick Video on my Youtube Channel for How to Make Carrot Hummus.

Simple two step method with all the ingredients and you have this delectable dip ready within minutes.

Roast Carrots for Hummus(Optional, as you can add raw also)

To roast, toss carrots and garlic in olive oil, cumin powder and a pinch of salt.

I roasted Carrots and Garlic in my Air Fryer. This comes handy when I have to make small batch of roasted veggies or bake/air fry something in small amounts or in less oil.

You can also roast on griddle or oven if you are making a big batch.

Prepare Hummus

  • First Coarsely grind carrots and garlic along with orange marmalade. Add sesame seeds in this step if not using Tahini.
  • Then add rest of the ingredients with chickpeas and grind all the ingredients together till smooth and creamy.

Note-If the mix is too thick to grind, add water from drained Chickpeas instead of plain water. It adds more air to the dip.

Serving Suggestions

My kids loved it and we relished it with some toasted garlic naan bread slices and nachos!!

Packed for Today's kids lunch with grated beetroot and cucumber Paratha rolls. (Shall update the recipe soon)

A perfect dip/appetizer to kick start your parties. Holi is almost here and so is Easter. Make this refreshing Hummus for your Spring parties( Holi and Easter) and serve with Falafels, crunchy Pita or make some fresh vegetable Sandwiches.

Carrot Hummus

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Air Fryer Recipes and it's Advantages

Advantages of having Air Fryer at Home

Investing in an Air Fryer is one of the best decisions that we can make for our kitchen. This kitchen gadget is so handy and there are so many options available nowadays. It can be used for baking, as a substitute to frying (one of the best) and roasting the veggies, snacks.

  • Air frying cuts down the amount of oil used for deep frying snacks.
  • Deep frying certain food items may produce some cancer causing compounds. Air frying reduces the risk of formation of such compounds.
  • No standing over the cooking dish and continuous monitoring.
  • Use it to crisp the frozen food instead of deep frying which is more fuss, quick and more health friendly.

Air fryers are handy kitchen gadgets and do not occupy much counter space.

Use your Air Fryer in everyday cooking and you can even bake cakes and muffins as per the capacity of your Air Fryer.

Checkout the various Air Fryer Recipes form the blog here--> AIR FRYER RECIPES Vegetarian and Vegan

Recipe Card

Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus

Swati
Homemade Sweet and Spicy Carrot Hummus Recipe with sweet and spicy taste that comes from Orange Marmalade and Siracha Sauce. Carrot and Siracha Hummus recipe with sweet and spicy taste.
4.88 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Carrot and Garlic Roating Time(optional) 10 minutes mins
Course Antipasto, Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 2 Cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 Cup Boiled Chickpeas 200 g
  • 1/2 Cup Sliced Carrots(1-2 medium sized)
  • 2-3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tbsp Tahini you can add more(2-3 tbsp)
  • 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2-3 tbsp Siracha Sauce or as per heat tolerance
  • Juice of 1 lemon(medium)
  • 2 tbsp Orange Marmalade add more for more sweet taste
  • Salt or as per taste about 1 tsp

To Roast Carrots and Garlic(optional)

  • 1 tsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions
 

  • If using Canned Chickpeas, drain water from chickpeas. Retain water, it can be used for grinding.

Roast Carrots and Garlic

  • Wash nicely, peel and cut Carrot.
  • Rub oil, salt and cumin powder to carrot pieces and garlic
  • Roast for about 8-10 min. in Air Fryer at 400 ºF or 200 ºC. Cool before making Hummus.

Make Hummus

  • Add carrots, garlic, lemon juice, red chilli, marmalade or honey.
  • Grind to coarse paste.
  • Add chickpeas, tahini or sesame seeds, oil, salt and siracha.
  • Grind to a smooth and creamy paste. If the mix is too thick to grind, add water from drained Chickpeas instead of plain water. It adds more air to the dip.
  • Serve topped with more EVOO, freshly crushed black pepper, sunflower/pumpkin seeds and pomegranate pearls or just like that. Enjoy with Pita Chips, Naan Bread or Falafels.

To boil chickpeas at home

  • Wash nicely and soak 1 Cup Chickpeas in enough water for about 4-5 hrs.
  • When ready to boil chickpeas, drain water.
  • Add in Indian pressure cooker, and add fresh water 1-2" above chickpea level. Switch on the gas at medium flame.
  • When water boils, and discard the froth that accumulates at top.
  • Add salt as per taste.
  • Cook for 3-4 whistles on medium flame.
  • Once the pressure releases in itself, open the lid and check for doneness. Use as required.

Video

Notes

If you want to skip Orange Marmalade and want the orange flavor..
  • Add 1-2 tsp freshly grated Orange Zest or dried orange peels.
  • 1-2 tbsp of Orange Juice and 1-2tbsp or as per taste Honey/Maple Syrup.
You can use other spices like Cumin Powder or Parsley or Dried Mint for a different flavour.
Substitute for Tahini.. 1-2 tbsp Sesame Seeds+ 2 tbsp Sesame/Olive Oil.
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  1. Sasmita

    March 31, 2020 at 5:29 am

    Love this healthy hummus made with chickpeas and carrots Swaty ! Use of orange marmalade is an amazing addition and must be adding little sweetness along with carrot.

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  2. Sujata Roy

    March 10, 2020 at 12:23 am

    I always love hot and sweet dip. And this roasted carrot orange marmalade hummus sounds mouthwatering. Loved your different ideas to make hummus with different flavors. Also loved the use of sriracha sauce. Superb share.

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  3. Preethi Prasad

    March 08, 2020 at 12:49 am

    Addition of orange marmalade and sri raacha sauce sounds so innovative. I am in love with his delicious hummus and the bright colour too.Absolutely lip smacking.

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  4. Archana

    March 06, 2020 at 5:02 am

    Beautifully made hummus. I must thank you for the tip of roasting the garlic. I don't like raw garlic and the use of marmalade ?? I love it.

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    • Swati

      March 06, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      Thank you Archana!! Glad you find the post helpful.. if you like a hint of sweetness in food you will love it with refreshing orange/

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  5. Mayuri Patel

    March 04, 2020 at 7:30 am

    Love the presentation of the sweet and spicy carrot hummus. Makes it so tempting. Would love to pair it with crackers and bread sticks. What a wonderful idea to include a bit of orange marmalade.

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  6. Kalyani

    March 04, 2020 at 2:33 am

    I have an oven roasted carrot hummus on my blog, so I know this is delicious.. the video is also fabulous, have subscribed to ur channel too 🙂 yes, the roasted veggies add a lot of oomph to hummus, and what a great way t use orange marmalade ! bookmarking to try this, Swati..

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  7. The Girl Next Door

    March 02, 2020 at 10:29 pm

    What a lovely idea to add Sriracha sauce and orange marmalade to hummus! Can imagine the beautiful sweet-spicy-tangy taste. It looks absolutely brilliant and inviting too. 🙂

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  8. Poonam Bachhav

    March 02, 2020 at 9:48 pm

    Beautifully colored roasted carrot hummus with siracha and orange marmalade looks so tempting Swaty ! I am sure it would make a delightful spread for my sandwich.

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