Indian-style Hummus

Ingredients

 * 2 cups cooked chickpeas (substitute with canned black or kidney beans if you prefer)
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
 * 1 hot chili of your choice (optional, or add more!), minced
 * ½ teaspoon ground coriander
 * ½ teaspoon ground cumin
 * 3 tblsp fresh minced cilantro
 * salt and pepper to taste

Directions

 * 1) Sauté the garlic, ginger, chili, ground coriander and cumin in a small sauté pan, with a little water till garlic is soft.
 * 2) Add to chickpeas. Mash thoroughly.
 * 3) Add cilantro leaves and salt/pepper.
 * 4) Serve cold or at room temperature as a dip.