Pumpkin-and-Chickpea Hummus with Jalapeno Oil

• 1/4 cup grapeseed or canola oil
• 2 tablespoons minced cilantro
• 1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeno
• Salt
• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 2 teaspoons grapeseed or canola oil
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Pinch of cayenne
• Salt
• One 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 small garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt

1. Make the Jalapeno Oil In a small saucepan, heat the oil over moderate heat until hot but not shimmering, about 3 minutes.
2. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in the cilantro and jalapeno.
3. Let cool completely, then season with salt.
4. Meanwhile, Make the Pumpkin Seeds In a small skillet, toast the seeds in the oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until just starting to brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the sugar, cayenne and a generous pinch of salt and cook, tossing, until the sugar melts and the seeds are browned, about 2 minutes longer.
6. Transfer to a plate to cool completely, then break into small pieces.
7. Make the Hummus In a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the salt and puree until smooth, then season generously with salt.
8. Scrape the hummus into a serving bowl.
9. Drizzle some of the jalapeno oil on top, garnish with the candied pumpkin seeds and serve.

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Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/pumpkin-and-chickpea-hummus-with-jalapeno-oil (may not work)