Hummus
by Tavolino
A classic, creamy Middle Eastern dip made from blended chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. It's easy to prepare and far superior to store-bought versions, perfect for snacking or as part of a meal.
Ingredients
- Canned chickpeas 400 g / 14 oz
- Liquid from canned chickpeas 1/4 cup
- Medium garlic clove 1
- Fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup
- Hulled tahini 1/2 cup
- Extra virgin olive oil 1/3 cup
- Cooking salt 1/4 tsp
- Black pepper Pinch
- Paprika for garnish Pinch
- Olive oil for garnish As needed
- Reserved chickpeas for garnish A few
Preparation
- 1
Drain the 400 g of canned chickpeas, but reserve 1/4 cup of the liquid from the can for later use.
- 2
Set aside a few whole chickpeas for the final garnish.
- 3
Peel the medium garlic clove and mince it finely.
- 4
Place the chickpeas, minced garlic, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/2 cup hulled tahini, and 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil into a food processor.
- 5
Add 1/4 tsp cooking salt and a pinch of black pepper to the processor.
- 6
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- 7
With the processor running, slowly pour in the reserved 1/4 cup of chickpea liquid to reach your desired consistency.
- 8
Taste the hummus and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
- 9
Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
- 10
Use a spoon to create a small well in the center of the hummus.
- 11
Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with paprika.
- 12
Top with the reserved chickpeas for garnish and serve.