Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 can of chickpeas (15 oz)
- 1/4 cup of tahini
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of fresh coriander leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor or blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
2. In a food processor or blender, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, water, coriander leaves, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Process the mixture until smooth and creamy.
4. While the food processor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil until well combined.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
6. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
7. Drizzle with additional olive oil and sprinkle with fresh coriander leaves for garnish.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve at room temperature.
Serving size:
- This recipe makes about 2 cups of hummus.
- Serving size: 1/4 cup.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned or cooked chickpeas.
- If you don't have tahini, you can substitute it with almond butter or peanut butter.
- You can use lime juice instead of lemon juice.
- If you don't have fresh coriander leaves, you can use dried coriander.
Variations:
- You can add roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, or olives for a different flavor.
- You can add more garlic for a stronger flavor.
- You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the hummus smoother, remove the skins from the chickpeas before processing.
- If the hummus is too thick, add more water or olive oil until desired consistency is reached.
- To make the hummus creamier, add more tahini.
Storage instructions:
- Store the hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
- The hummus can be served cold or at room temperature.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the hummus in a bowl with pita bread, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Garnishes:
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh coriander leaves.
Pairings:
- Serve with fresh vegetables, pita bread, or crackers.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side salad or grilled vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the hummus is too thick, add more water or olive oil until desired consistency is reached.
- If the hummus is too thin, add more chickpeas or tahini until desired consistency is reached.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store the hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Discard any hummus that has been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food history:
- Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
Flavor profiles:
- The coriander and lemon add a fresh and tangy flavor to the hummus.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack.
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Region: Middle Eastern