Hummus Recipe (Easy, Authentic, Creamy and Smooth)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
1609 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Hummus Recipe (Easy, Authentic, Creamy and Smooth)
Description
The Hummus Recipe involves soaking dried chickpeas overnight unless using canned, then simmering them until tender. Baking soda is added to soften the chickpeas and facilitate peeling by rubbing skins off under running water. Removing skins produces a significantly smoother and creamier texture. The peeled chickpeas are pureed with minced garlic, tahini, kosher salt, and fresh lemon juice while ice cubes are added during processing to enhance creaminess and cool the mixture.
Once blended, the hummus has a velvety texture without noticeable grit, balancing the nutty tahini with fresh lemon and garlic notes. It is served drizzled with high-quality Arbequina extra-virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of sumac, which adds a mild citrusy tang and color contrast.
This preparation takes care with quality ingredients and extra steps like peeling chickpeas and adding ice to achieve an authentic, creamy consistency that differs from basic hummus recipes relying solely on canned beans.
The recipe notes provide guidance on using canned chickpeas by draining, rinsing, and optionally simmering them briefly before peeling to improve texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chickpeas peeled (from 1 to 1 1/4 cup dry chickpeas or from quality canned chickpeas, cooked
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda optional) use if peeling chickpeas
- 1 to 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 ice cubes
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- lemon juice of 1
- olive oil to serve, Arbequina extra virgin
- sumac to serve
Instructions
- Soak the chickpeas: If using canned chickpeas, you can skip to step 4. Place dried chickpeas in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight.
- Cook the chickpeas: The next day, drain the chickpeas cover with 2 inches of water. Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce the heat so the chickpeas are at a simmer. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Remove the skins: Add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda to the water with the chickpeas. Leave for a few minutes. Turn off the heat. Drain the chickpeas into a colander. While rinsing the chickpeas under running water, take a handful of chickpeas and rub them to remove the skins. Place peeled chickpeas in a bowl.
- Puree the chickpeas: Add cooked (or canned) chickpeas and minced garlic to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the S-blade. Puree until a smooth, powder-like mixture forms.
- Finish the hummus: While the food processor is running, feed 2 ice cubes, tahini, salt, and lemon juice through the tube, and process for about 4 to 5 minutes. Check, and if the consistency is too thick, run the processor and slowly add a little water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired silky smooth consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Spread in a serving bowl and add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Top with a few chickpeas, if you like. Sprinkle with sumac. Enjoy with warm pita wedges and your favorite veggies.
Notes
- If using canned chickpeas, drain, rinse and simmer them for 20 minutes to soften before peeling for best texture.
- Peel chickpeas by soaking in hot water with baking soda, then rubbing skins off under running water for a smoother hummus.
- Add ice cubes during blending to keep the mixture cool and improve creaminess.
- Use high-quality tahini and olive oil for superior flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1609 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 160.9kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 19.2g | 6% |
| Protein | 7.2g | 14% |
| Fat | 6.9g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.4g | 12% |
| Sodium | 358.6mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 227.6mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5.2g | 21% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 23.5IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 45.3mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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