Chickpea and Caramelized Onion Dip: Recipe

Coarser and subtler than Classic Hummus, this rendition has a great herby taste that also works well as a dip with chicken wings, sandwich spread (with tomatoes) or on burgers.

Ingredients for the Chickpea and Caramelized Onion Dip Recipe:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium-size red onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried Greek oregano
• One 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons freash lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Lemon slices for garnish

Preparation:

1. Place a large nonstick skillet over very low heat and add 1 tablespoon of the oil. When it's hot, add the onion, garlic, cuin, and oregano and cook, stirring a few minutes, until the onion is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. If it dries out at all, add water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Set aside to cool.
2. Transfer the cooled onion mixture to a food processor, add the chickpeas, and process until smooth. Add the 2 tablespoons water, the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, salt, and cayenne, if desired, and process until smooth.
3. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately, garnished with lemon slices, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
4. Makes about 2 cups, and is great with chicken wings and various other chicken recipes.