Hummus Recipe
Bean & sesame dip, drizzled with olive oil & served with hot sliced pita bread
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Ingredients
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Hummus Ingredients
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Hummus
In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water.
- 2
Blend Until Smooth
Process the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the hummus is too thick, add a little more water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- 3
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust seasoning as necessary with additional salt or lemon juice.
- 4
Prepare the Pita
While the hummus is blending, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the pita bread into triangles and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- 5
Warm the Pita
Bake the pita bread in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until warm and slightly crisp.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with warm pita bread.
