Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAladdin Mediterranean GrillAward Winning Hummus (v) Recipe

Award Winning Hummus (v) Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

A tangy blend of sesame seed paste which is called tahini, lemon, and puréed chickpeas, topped with jalapeno pesto, extra virgin olive oil, and sumac.

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Ingredients

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Hummus Base

Toppings

Method

Prepare Hummus

  1. 1

    Drain and Rinse Chickpeas

    Open a can of chickpeas, drain the liquid, and rinse the chickpeas under cold water. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Blend Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic cloves, ground cumin, olive oil, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Adjust Consistency

    If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed. Blend again to combine.

Serve

  1. 5

    Plate the Hummus

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and create a shallow well in the center.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Spoon the jalapeno pesto into the well. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the top and sprinkle with sumac.

  3. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the hummus with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers for dipping.

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