Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPetra CafeHummus 9” X 9” Recipe

Hummus 9” X 9” Recipe

Inspired by Petra Cafe
Time20m
Serves4

Make Hummus 9” X 9” Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chickpeas

    Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Peel the Garlic

    Peel the garlic clove and set aside.

Blending

  1. 3

    Combine Base Ingredients

    In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water.

  2. 4

    Blend Until Smooth

    Blend the mixture on high speed until it is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary. If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Serving

  1. 5

    Transfer to Serving Dish

    Spoon the hummus into a 9” x 9” serving dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

  2. 6

    Add Toppings

    Sprinkle paprika and chopped parsley on top, and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or your choice of dippers.

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