HOW TO MAKE HUMMUS

HOW TO MAKE HUMMUS

Prep Time

12 mins

Cook Time

8 mins

Total Time

28 mins

Learn how to make homemade hummus that yields authentic Mediterranean flavors. This step-by-step recipe guide will create a smooth, light, and creamy dip. A tasty appetizer served alongside pita bread or vegetables.

Course: Condiment, Snack

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 173 kcal

INGREDIENTS

·      2 garlic cloves , unpeeled

·      2 cups canned chickpeas , (342g, 12 ounces)

·      1/4 cup lemon juice , (60ml)

·      1/3 cup tahini , (67g, 2.5 ounces)

·      1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

·      1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil , (60ml), plus more for drizzling

·      paprika , for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1.   Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Toast garlic until the outsides are browned, shaking pan occasionally, about 8 minutes. Peel garlic and set aside.

2.   Drain the chickpeas, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid.

3.   Rinse the chickpeas under cool water. Use fingertips to remove the outer skin and discard. Set aside. Alternatively, the chickpea skins can be kept on. However, the hummus may not be as smooth.

4.   In a food processor or blender add 1/4 cup of the reserved chickpea liquid, lemon juice, and tahini.

5.   Process on high speed for 1 minute, until frothy.

6.   Add chickpeas, garlic cloves, salt and olive oil.

7.   Process on high speed for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides.

8.   Process on high speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.

9.   Taste the hummus and season with more salt as desired.

10.     Serve immediately drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with paprika.

SOURCE    https://www.jessicagavin.com

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