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Classic Hummus

Learn to make traditional Middle Eastern hummus dip with perfectly balanced flavors, much cheaper than store-bought hummus. Kosher, Pareve.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 132 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups canned OR soaked and cooked chickpeas/garbanzo beans
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda (optional - to help skin the chickpeas, then rinsed away - see instructions below)
  • 1/3 cup tahini paste
  • 8 roasted garlic cloves , or more to taste (you may substitute 1-3 fresh garlic cloves if you prefer a stronger sharper flavor)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice , or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil , plus more for garnish
  • 3/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt , or more to taste
  • Pinch cayenne pepper
  • Paprika and fresh minced parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them first. If cooking the beans, follow my soaking and cooking instructions here. Drain the beans after cooking and let them return to room temperature.To make this hummus ultra creamy, you should peel the cooked chickpeas. While this step is optional, I do recommend it for creamy results. To peel and remove the chickpea skins easily, place them in a skillet with 1 tbsp baking soda and stir, coating all the beans thoroughly with baking soda. Heat up the skillet over medium, stirring the beans constantly, for 2-3 minutes until the beans are completely heated throughout and the skins begin to separate from the beans.
  2. Pour the hot beans into a large mixing bowl, then immerse them in 3-4 changes of cold water, agitating the beans with your hands to release the skins. Loose skins should float to the surface where they can easily be discarded with each batch of cold water. When most of the skins are gone, proceed with the recipe.
  3. Another way of skinning the chickpeas (which takes a lot longer) is to take each chickpea and gently squeeze to remove the skin, then discard the skins before processing. While this step is not completely necessary, it will ensure that your hummus turns out very smooth and creamy.
  4. Reserve about 15-20 whole chickpeas for garnish. Outfit your food processor with a blade attachment. Place chickpeas, tahini paste, roasted garlic, lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper into the processor. Process the mixture until it becomes a smooth, creamy hummus.
  5. Taste the mixture and add more salt, lemon juice, or garlic to taste. Process again to blend any additional ingredients. If the texture seems too thick, add lukewarm water and continue to process until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Transfer hummus to a shallow bowl and create a well in the center with a spoon. Garnish with reserved chickpeas, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of paprika and minced fresh parsley. Serve with pita, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • You will also need: food processor

Nutrition Information

Calories 132kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 5g (8%) Sodium 376mg (16%) Potassium 183mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Vitamin C 3.5mg (4%) Calcium 38mg (4%) Iron 1.8mg (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 132

% Daily Value*

Calories 132kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 376mg 16%
Potassium 183mg 4%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Vitamin C 3.5mg 4%
Calcium 38mg 4%
Iron 1.8mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.