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Servings: 4 people

Hummus

Learn to make delicious homemade hummus with this simple recipe. Perfect as a dip, spread, or side dish. Ready in just 15 minutes.
Author: Per Asmussen
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: Mediterranean Sea
Keyword: middle east, Sauce, Snack
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor or hand blender

Ingredients

  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 clove Garlic
  • 15 gram Tahini preferably homemade (see our recipe here)
  • 2.5 gram Cumin ground
  • 45 gram Olive Oil
  • 50 gram Water
  • 15 gram Lemon Juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Cayenne Pepper to taste

Instructions

Preparation of ingredients:

  • Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
  • Peel and coarsely chop the garlic clove.

Blending the hummus:

  • Place chickpeas, garlic, tahini, ground cumin, olive oil, water, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor.
  • Blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.

Season to taste:

  • Season the hummus with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
  • Blend again briefly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Serving:

  • Transfer the hummus to a bowl.
  • Serve with fresh vegetable sticks, pita bread, or as a spread in sandwiches.

Notes

Homemade hummus