Indian-style Hummus

Description
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Ingredients

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

Directions

 * Saute the garlic, ginger, chili, ground coriander and cumin in a small saute pan, with a little water till garlic is soft. Add to chickpeas. Mash thoroughly. Add cilantro leaves and salt/pepper. Serve cold or at room temperature as a dip. Notes: Chopped cucumber, boiled cubed potatoes, minced scallions, and/or grated carrot are all nice additions