Hummus Recipe
A classic Mediterranean dip made from blended chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water. Peel the garlic clove.
- 2
Blend the Hummus
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Adjust Consistency
If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
- 4
Taste and Season
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika on top. Serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables.