Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUrban PlatesHummus & Pita Chips Recipe

Hummus & Pita Chips Recipe

Inspired by Urban Plates
Time30m
Serves4

Make Hummus & Pita Chips Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Hummus

Pita Chips

Method

Hummus Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Chickpeas

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

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a food processor, add the drained chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves (peeled), lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and water.

  3. 3

    Blend Until Smooth

    Process the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the hummus is too thick, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika on top.

Pita Chips Preparation

  1. 6

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. 7

    Prepare Pita Bread

    Cut each pita bread into 8 wedges, creating triangles.

  3. 8

    Coat with Oil and Seasoning

    In a large bowl, toss the pita wedges with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder until evenly coated.

  4. 9

    Bake Chips

    Spread the pita wedges in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.

  5. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving with hummus.

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