You will need:
1 Red Pepper
1 can of Chickpeas
3 Garlic Cloves (finely diced/crushed)
1 tspn of Paprika
2 tspn Tahini
1 tbsp. of Balsamic Vinegar
2-3 tbsp Water
1 Lemon (juice)
Salt & Pepper
2 tbspn of Olive Oil (plus extra for roasting)
Equipment:
1 baking tray
1 blender/food professor
1 bowl
1 mixing spoon
1 can opener
Method:
Preheat oven to 180C/Gas Mark 4 add baking tray with Olive Oil
Slice Red Pepper and add to tray roast for 15-20 mins
Meanwhile add Garlic, Paprika, Balsamic V, Tahini, Lemon Juice and Chickpeas into blender, blend for 10 seconds adding the Water gradually
Decant blended mixture into a bowl
Remove Red Peppers from oven and blend until a smooth paste
Add paste into the bowl and mix thoroughly
Season with Salt & Pepper
This mix creates a generous amount- serves 4 (approx) for dipping.