Creamy Hummus
30 min
total
4
people
259
calories per serving
Ingredients
4 people
- 300 gcanned chickpeas
- 3 gSesame oil
- 3 tbspTahini
- 25 gExtra virgin olive oil
- 1 pcCitrus limon (L.) Burm. f.
- 3 tspCumin seed
- 2 pcGarlic
- 1.2 tspsesame seeds
Method
A smooth puree where chickpeas blend with garlic and tahini, highlighted by a hint of lemon and cumin.
- 1
Finely chop the garlic and squeeze the lemon to extract the juice.
- 2
In a blender, combine the chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, tahini, sesame oil, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add a drizzle of olive oil or a bit of water to achieve the desired consistency.
- 4
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and a few whole chickpeas for decoration before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get this dish right?
- Use canned chickpeas to save time, but rinse them well to remove excess salt.
- Add a bit of crushed ice during blending for an even creamier texture.
- Keep some chickpea liquid to adjust the texture if needed.
How long does this dish keep?
Keeps for 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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