A Flavorful and Elegant Appetizer
Elevate your appetizer game with this delicious dish featuring a creamy bed of hummus topped with marinated artichokes and crispy garlic. Perfect for entertaining or as a satisfying snack, this recipe is both simple and impressive.
Hummus with Artichokes and Crispy Garlic
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking time
5
minutesIngredients
240 g hummus (store-bought or homemade)
1 can marinated artichoke hearts, quatered
4 cloves garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp smoked paprika
Fresh parsley
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
- In the same saucepan, add the quartered artichokes and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly browned. Drizzle with lemon juice and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Spread the hummus evenly on a serving platter or in a shallow bowl to create a bed. Arrange the sautéed artichokes on top of the hummus.
- Sprinkle the crispy garlic slices over the artichokes and hummus. Sprinkle with smoked paprika and chopped fresh parsley for a burst of colour and flavour.
Notes
- Serve with pita bread or celery sticks to dip with!
- For an extra touch, drizzle with a bit of the oil used to fry the garlic or a splash of high-quality extra virgin olive oil before serving.
