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Ingredients
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Hummus Base
Serving Accompaniments
Method
Making the Hummus
- 1
Prepare Ingredients
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water and set aside.
- 2
Blend the Base
In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and water.
- 3
Process Until Smooth
Blend the mixture on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the hummus reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If it's too thick, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.
- 5
Transfer to Serving Bowl
Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl and use the back of a spoon to create a swirl on the surface.
Preparing the Accompaniments
- 6
Prepare Pita Chips
Open the package of pita chips and place them in a serving bowl.
- 7