This Roasted Hatch Chile Hummus is smoky, spicy, and creamy. Add it to tacos or a quesadilla.
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I just happened to have some roasted Hatch chiles in my freezer. Since I love anything spicy, I thought they would make a great addition to hummus.
Hatch chile season is August through September. If you do not have fresh Hatch chiles where you live, you can buy a jar of roasted Hatch chiles or substitute another green chile.
What is interesting about these chiles is that the heat takes a while to settle in. You don't notice how spicy this Roasted Hatch Chile Hummus is until it sits on your tongue for a little while.
Of course, the heat level depends on the chiles you use. Hatch chiles range in heat from 1,000 to 8,000 Scoville units. I have a feeling that mine are on the hotter side.
Roasting your own chiles is super easy. You can roast a bunch at once, as I often do, and freeze them for later.
Another recipe to try is my Homemade Baba Ghaoush recipe. Another spicy recipe is my Raw Flax Crackers recipe.
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❤️ Why You'll Love It
- It is creamy and spicy. If you prefer a mild homemade hummus, use mild chiles.
- This smoky spicy hummus is made in minutes and is quite versatile. Use it in taquitos, on tacos, or in a burrito.
- It's cheaper than store-bought hummus.
🧾 Ingredients
- Garbanzo beans (chickpeas): I used a can of chickpeas. It adds the texture, flavor, and creaminess hummus is known for. You could also use white beans.
- Tahini: Also a traditional hummus ingredient. Adds a nutty sesame flavor.
- Roasted Hatch green chile peppers: Adds spice. I used Hatch chiles from New Mexico because of where I live. You can use a can of Hatch green chiles, canned jalapeno peppers, or any roasted green chiles; whatever is available at your local grocery store.
- Lemon juice: Adds a tangy flavor. You could also use lime juice.
- Garlic: Adds a pungent flavor.
- Olive oil: Adds a creamy texture and flavor.
- Salt: Enhances flavors. I like to use sea salt.
- Water (optional): Thins it out.
To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Instructions
The pictures here are Anaheim chiles, but the instructions are the same for any kind of pepper. I roasted them over mesquite, which adds a nice smoky flavor to the chiles.
Leaving them intact instead of cutting them all the way through gives you more options on how to use them.
Roasted Green Chiles
Step 1: Roast chiles over a grill, on a stovetop, or in an oven. I roasted my chiles over a grill tower with mesquite chunk charcoal. Roast until blackened, turning frequently.
If you're roasting in an oven, you need to preheat the oven to 450°. Roast at 450° for 15-20 minutes, or until charred.
Step 2: Put green chiles in a zip lock bag. This will allow the chiles to steam so that it is easier to peel them. Let cool.
Slice off the stems and cut down the middle, making sure not to cut all the way through the chile. Using a knife, scrape off the skin, and deseed the chiles.
You can now store your chiles in the freezer and use them as needed.
Hummus
Step 1: Add garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil, water, and roasted Hatch chiles into a food processor.
Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.
🍽 Serving
- Pita bread or pita chips
- Fresh veggies
- Tortilla chips
- In taquitos, a burrito, or a hummus quesadilla
👩🏻🍳 Recipe FAQs
Hatch chile peppers range in heat from 1,000 to 8,000 Scoville units.
Other Hummus Recipes
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*I originally posted this recipe on August 24, 2016. I added new photos and text when I republished it.
📋 Recipe
Roasted Hatch Chile Hummus
Equipment
Ingredients
- 15 oz. garbanzo beans drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup tahini
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup roasted Hatch green chiles
- ¼ cup water
- Salt
Instructions
- Roast the Hatch green chiles or use store bought. See above for how to roast them.
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor until blended.
Notes
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Nutrition
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
Naomi says
I made this over the weekend with your tostada recipe. I always have Hatch chilis in my freezer. It was delicious and so easy to make!
Willow Moon says
I'm so glad you liked it!
Emily says
Hummus with chile sounds really yummy! You're so creative with your recipes, the sun-dried tomato sounds good too!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Emily! If I didn't have this blog (and need to keep creating new recipes), I would probably make the Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Hummus all the time!
Mar says
I see these peppers at the farmers market all the time, but I never know how to use them! I'll have to try this out 🙂
Willow Moon says
After I roast them I use them on loaded potatoes, in vegan quesadillas, in tofu scramble - you name it. I would include them anywhere I want something spicy.
Ashleigh says
This hummus recipe looks so wonderful, I can't wait to try it! Thank you for sharing your recipe!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Ashleigh! I hope you like it!
Cait Weingartner (@prettyandfun) says
YUM. I love hummus!
Willow Moon says
Me too! I could it daily!
Bethany @ KansasCity Dietitian says
Homemade hummus, just tastes so much better. I love hatch chilis too, they have such a unique flavor, but I admit I am a little intimidated by them in the grocery store, so I love the pictures.
Willow Moon says
I totally agree that homemade hummus tastes better! Hatch chiles don't have to be intimating. They aren't that different than other peppers. And if you have roasted red peppers, than you got it! The only difference is the level of spice.
Melissa says
So delicious...I love hummus too!
Kristen Kavan says
yum! Ive never made my own hummus before! Love this idea. And being Arizona raised, I am with you on the green chilies! They are a staple!
Willow Moon says
I used to only buy my own too, until having the blog. Now I make it all the time. It is so easy and worth it! You should definitely give it a try!
Chanel van Reenen says
I am obsessed with hummus and this sounds amazing! Will be perfect at our next gathering with friends!
Willow Moon says
It's good to hear from another hummus obsessed person! Cheers!
RecipestoNourish says
This sounds so good with the green chiles! What a great flavor to add.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Emily! Green chiles are a great addition, especially if you love spicy food!