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Ingredients
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Hummus Ingredients
Pita Bread Ingredients
Method
Hummus Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chickpeas
Rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water and drain them. If desired, you can remove the skins for a creamier texture.
- 2
Blend the Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and water.
- 3
Process Until Smooth
Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl a couple of times to ensure everything is well blended.
- 4
Adjust Consistency
If the hummus is too thick, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika on top for garnish.
Pita Bread Preparation
- 6
Warm the Pita Bread
You can warm the pita bread in a toaster, oven, or skillet until soft and pliable.
- 7
Serve
Cut the warmed pita into wedges and serve alongside the hummus.
