Hummus Recipe
Chickpeas mashed into a paste with lemon juice and flavored with tahini, olive oil and garlic
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Ingredients
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Hummus Ingredients
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold running water.
- 2
Blend the Base
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, water, and ground cumin.
- 3
Process Until Smooth
Blend the mixture until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If it's too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice or salt to taste.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish.
