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Homemade Hummus

Cultural Context

Hummus has its roots in the Levant region, particularly in countries like Israel, Lebanon, and Palestine. Traditionally made with chickpeas, tahini, and olive oil, it serves as a staple dip or spread in Middle Eastern cuisine. Hummus is often enjoyed with pita bread or fresh vegetables and is celebrated for its creamy texture and rich flavor. Today, it has gained global popularity, with many variations and adaptations appearing worldwide.

Middle EasternILappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cans chickpeas
1/2 cup tahini
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup water
kosher salt
fresh lemon
roasted garlic

tahini

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free and offers a similar creamy texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Rinse and drain the chickpeas in cold water.

2

Put the chickpeas into your food processor.

3

Add about 1/2 cup of fresh homemade tahini to the food processor.

4

If using one can of chickpeas, use about 3 tablespoons of tahini.

5

Add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil to the mixture.

6

Add 1/4 cup of water to help smooth it out.

7

Add a healthy pinch of kosher salt.

8

Squeeze in fresh lemon juice.

9

Put the lid on the food processor and blend the mixture.

10

Stop to scrape down the edges to ensure there are no large bits.

11

Check the consistency and taste the hummus.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

food processorblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Chickpea DipHummus Tahini

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