Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cans of chickpeas (15 oz each)
- 1/3 cup of tahini
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of water
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, minced garlic, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pulse the mixture until it becomes smooth.
4. While the food processor or blender is running, slowly add the water until the hummus reaches your desired consistency.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- Serve at room temperature.
Serving size:
- Makes about 2 cups of hummus.
- Serving size is about 1/4 cup.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 140 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have tahini, you can substitute it with peanut butter or almond butter.
- You can use canned or cooked chickpeas.
- If you don't have fresh lemon juice, you can use bottled lemon juice.
Variations:
- Roasted red pepper hummus: Add 1/2 cup of roasted red peppers to the mixture.
- Garlic hummus: Add more garlic cloves to the mixture.
- Spicy hummus: Add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the mixture.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the hummus smoother, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending.
- If the hummus is too thick, add more water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- You can garnish the hummus with olive oil, paprika, or chopped parsley.
Storage instructions:
- Store the hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Hummus is best served cold, but you can let it come to room temperature before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the hummus in a bowl with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.
Garnishes:
- Olive oil, paprika, or chopped parsley.
Pairings:
- Pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.
Suggested side dishes:
- Falafel, tabbouleh, or stuffed grape leaves.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the hummus is too thick, add more water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- If the hummus is too thin, add more chickpeas until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate the hummus within 2 hours of making it.
- Don't leave the hummus 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:
- Creamy, nutty, and tangy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the hummus as an appetizer or snack.
Related Categories
Cooking Method: N/A
Course Type: N/A
Dietary: N/A
Ingredient: N/A
Meal type: N/A
Occassion: N/A
Region: Middle Eastern