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Tuesday, 29 July 2008 09:22 |
Hummus is a dip or spread made from cooked, mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic. Hummus is a popular food in various local forms throughout the Middle Eastern world. As a spread, dip or a pita filling, classic hummus is both delicious and satisfying. Best of all, it's whipped up in seconds in a blender or food processor.
Tahini, or sesame seed paste, can be found in health food stores, gourmet shops and even many grocery stores. I did not find tahini and instead used 1/4 cup of sesame seeds for the recipe and it turned out just as great.
Makes:a little over 1 cup
Cooking Time: nil
Preparations: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 16 0z can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans
- 1/4 cup liquid from a can of chickpeas
- 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of tahini
- 1 cloves of crushed garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Method Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients except the olive in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.
Add olive oil and mix well. Place in serving bowl and garnish with parsley (optional).
Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.
Variations
For a spicier hummus, add a sliced red chile or a dash of cayenne pepper.
Storing Hummus
Hummus can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be kept in the freezer for up to one month. Add a little olive oil if it appears to be too dry.
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