Homus de abóbora assada

Ingredientes

• 1/6 of a medium pumpkin
• 1 tsp paprika
• glug olive oil
• 1 tin chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• juice half a lemon
• 1 clove garlic - peeled
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbs tamari (I use Clearspring which is double strength or use soy sauce)
• 1 tbs maple syrup
• dash liquid smoke
• salt & pepper to taste

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Cut your pumpkin in half and scoop out the fibres and seeds. Cut into 1" wide wedges and peel. Place on a baking tray, sprinkle with olive oil, paprika and salt & pepper. Roast at 190C / 375F / GM4 for about 45 minutes, turning every 10 minutes or so. Allow to cool. Place all the ingredients in the food processor and blitz until smooth. Thin with a little water if needed. Season to taste.

2. 2

   Serve in a pretty bowl with a sprinkle of chilli flake and sesame seeds with vegetables and strips of pitta bread.