Smooth and Creamy Hummus: A Delicious Middle Eastern Dip
Hummus is a delightful Middle Eastern dip that has gained immense popularity worldwide. Made from simple ingredients like chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, hummus offers a creamy and flavorful experience that pairs perfectly with pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a spread in sandwiches. In this homemade hummus recipe, we'll guide you through the steps to create a smooth and luscious dip that will surely be the star of your next gathering or snack time.
Ingredients
- 250 g cooked chickpeas
- 60 ml
Tahini - 60 ml lemon juice
- 45 ml cold water
- 30 ml olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine the tahini, lemon juice and olive oil.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- To the food processor, add the cooked chickpeas, garlic, water, ground cumin, and salt and blend at high speed.
- Add a splash of the cold water and blend (mixing throughout and scraping down the sides) until super smooth. Add a splash of more water if it's a little thick.
- Next, add the hummus to a mixing bowl and check the seasoning. At this stage, you may need to add more salt, cumin, olive oil or lemon.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, and if desired, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, chopped parsley, or toasted sesame seeds for a beautiful presentation.