Japanese Edamame Hummus

Adam_A's Note:

I thought this up while browsing the new "How to Cook Everything Vegetarian." I'm a hummus enthusiast and thought this would be a good twist on the classic idea.

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 1 lb frozen shelled edamame
• ¼ cup sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
• 1 teaspoon wasabi powder (more or less to taste)
• 1 large garlic clove
• black pepper , to taste
• 1 cup water

Directions:

1. Prepare frozen edamame according to packaged instructions (typically boiling for 4-5 minutes should suffice.
2. Drain cooked edamame and place back in pot with cold water. Allow edamame 10 minutes to cool.
3. Place edamame in food processor. Add all ingredients. Puree in food processor. Add water slowly through the drip top, until desired thickness is reached.
4. Serve with baby carrots, cucumber slices, or other vegetables.