Black Bean Hummus with Smoked Oysters and Sour Crea

Name: Black Bean Hummus with Smoked Oysters and Sour Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (16 ounces) black beans, drained; 3 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/3 cup oil, half vegetable oil and half olive or walnut oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons cilantro, coarsely chopped; 1 cup sour cream; 1 can (3 3/4 ounces) smoked oysters (about 14 oysters); Whole cilantro leaves, for garnish; Toast triangles or melba toasts

Servings: persons

1 can (16 ounces) black beans, drained
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1/3 cup oil, half vegetable oil and half olive or walnut oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 can (3 3/4 ounces) smoked oysters (about 14 oysters)
Whole cilantro leaves, for garnish
Toast triangles or melba toasts

1
Put the beans in the bowl of a food processor with the garlic.
2
Process until the garlic is finely chopped and the mixture is smooth.
3
Add the oil, vinegar, Tabasco and salt, and process for 5 to 10 seconds to blend.
4
Transfer to a serving bowl and stir in the chopped cilantro.
5
Cover and refrigerate.
6
At serving time, spoon about 1/3 cup of the hummus into the center of each of 6 plates and spread it out.
7
Mound a generous spoonful of sour cream in the center of the hummus on each plate and top with 2 or 3 oysters.
8
Sprinkle with the cilantro leaves.
9
Serve the toasts alongside.

430

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (16 ounces) black beans, drained, 3 cloves garlic, peeled, 1/3 cup oil, half vegetable oil and half olive or walnut oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Hummus with Smoked Oysters and Sour Cream falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Hummus with Smoked Oysters and Sour Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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