Pumpkin Hummus is a modern American recipe for a classic twist on the traditional Middle Eastern dip that uses a blend of pumpkin and chickpeas as its base and which makes an excellent snack or dip for Halloween. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic American version of: Pumpkin Hummus.
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This twist on the Middle Eastern classic is perfect for any Halloween party and it makes a great dip. Basically, you do not just have to use beans to make hummus (anything that can be mashed or puréed will do). This recipe shows that to perfection with its blend of the traditional chickpeas and pumpkin purée and you can also substitute other ingredients like sweet potatoes, squashes and even firm fruit (try a pear version, you will be surprised).
You could buy canned pumpkin for this recipe, but it's so easy to make your own pumpkin purée that there's no need to bother. Just peel and de-seed pumpkin then steam until tender. Mash with a fork then press through a fine-meshed sieve with the back of a spoon to purée.