Hummus Recipe
Chickpeas blended with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
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Ingredients
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Hummus Ingredients
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chickpeas
If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them under cold water. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook until tender.
- 2
Blend the Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
- 3
Process Until Smooth
Blend the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice if desired.
- 5
Serve the Hummus
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish, if desired.
