Classic Hummus
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients:
7
A traditional Middle Eastern dip made from creamy chickpeas, tahini, and fresh lemon juice.
Ingredients
1 | cup Dried garbanzos/chickpeas, soaked overnight |
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4 | Cloves garlic, peeled |
1 | teaspoon Sea salt |
1 | teaspoon Paprika |
1 | teaspoon Parsley, fresh and finely chopped |
1 | tablespoon Olive oil |
1 | cup Tahini |
Instructions
1. | Begin by soaking the dried garbanzos/chickpeas overnight to soften. |
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2. | Drain the garbanzos and transfer them to a pot. Add fresh water and cook for one hour until tender. |
3. | In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked garbanzos with 1/2 cup of water and blend until smooth. |
4. | Add the cloves of garlic, sea salt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and creamy tahini to the blended mixture. Blend until a smooth paste forms. |
5. | If needed, adjust the consistency by adding more of the reserved garbanzo cooking water. |
6. | To serve, sprinkle the hummus with a pinch of paprika and a garnish of finely chopped fresh parsley. |
Published on Jul 18, 2024 by Luminița