Hummus

Hummus is a delicious Middle Eastern dip made with Chickpeas (legumes).  With just few simple ingredients, you can make a creamy smooth humus at home. Hummus is an Arabic word that simply means “chickpeas”. And chickpeas have been grown in the Middle East and India for thousands of years.It’s a common dish in Turkish, Lebanese, Syrian, and Egyptian cuisine, among others. And it’s now gained popularity throughout the world. Humus is a must with Pita Bread and Falafel.

Chickpeas are a sweet and nutty legume that become incredibly creamy when blended, especially once you add a few spoonfuls of sesame tahini and a healthy olive oil. Lemon juice gives the blend a balance, while garlic adds its own pungent punch.

There’s nothing quite like the classic hummus recipe. It’s versatile, delicious and can be used as a dip or spread in just about anything. And homemade hummus is just the freshest, tastiest hummus you’ve ever eaten. Once you make it, you’ll never go back to store-bought. You may also checkout our other recipe of Roasted Red Pepper Hummus.

Ingredients for Hummus

1 cup well-cooked chickpeas, liquid reserved. (canned can be used)
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 tsp paprika, or to taste, plus for garnish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon tahini (sesame paste) 
Chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish
Salt to taste

Directions

• Place all the ingredients except the parsley in a food processor and churn.
• Stop and scrape the sides.
• Add the chickpea liquid if required to make a smooth puree.
• Adjust the seasoning and lemon to taste.
• Store it in glass jar with a lid in refrigerator. Can last for 2 to 3 weeks.
• Serve in a broad shallow bowl .
• Make craters by swirling with the back of a spoon.
• Just before serving drizzled with olive oil and sprinkle paprika.
• Garnish with a spring of parsley.

Note: You can use store bought Tahini paste. I prefer to make at home.

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