Hummus Recipe
A creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Chickpeas
If using canned chickpeas, rinse them thoroughly under cold water and drain well. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and boil until tender.
- 2
Blend Ingredients
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, tahini, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
- 3
Add Water
While blending, gradually add water to the mixture until you reach your desired creaminess. You may need to adjust the consistency by adding more water if necessary.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if preferred.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables.
