Make this mouth watering dip recipe at home,it can be used in pita bread,eaten just like that or used as an accompaniment with chips etc.
Hummus (Arabic: حُمُّص) is a Middle Eastern,Persian,Arabic food dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with Tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic.Today, it is popular throughout the Middle East, Turkey, North Africa, Morocco, and in Middle Eastern cuisine around the globe
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- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 10 Minutes
- Ready Time: 20
Ingredients
- 1 16 oz can of chickpeas (soaked overnight) 1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas 3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste) 1 1/2 tablespoons tahini 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 teaspoon Black or regular salt
Recipe Steps:
- Drain chickpeas that were soaked overnight and set aside liquid . Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor.Add Tahini,Lemon Juice,Paprika Powder,Cumin Seed Powder,Grated Garlic,Black Salt,Olive Oil to taste.
- Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth and creamy,taste time again for a personal touch.
- Place in serving bowl,
- Garnish with parsley (optional).
- Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.
