The hummus you buy at the market will never be as good as the hummus you make at home, so make it at home! Here is a no-frills, classic homemade hummus recipe.
Hummus Recipe Ingredients
A food processor is key for a creamy hummus. Check here for current prices on a food processor on Amazon.
2 Tbsp TAHINI
2 Tbsp LEMON JUICE
1 – 3 cloves GARLIC
1 15oz can CHICK PEAS also called Garbanzo Beans
2 Tbsp EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
SALT to taste – I use about ¼ tsp
WATER as needed
How to Make Hummus
I use canned beans because it’s a lot less hassle and they’re fine in hummus. Drain and rinse one 15oz can of chick peas, also called Garbanzo Beans.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For a creamier hummus, it makes a difference which ingredients you add first. Add only the tahini, lemon juice and garlic to the food processor and mix until creamy, usually around 30-45 seconds. Start with only 1 garlic clove because your friends and family will appreciate it.
Add the chick peas, extra virgin olive oil and salt to taste. Blend for another 30 seconds or so. [ The extra virgin olive oil has a richer flavor than the varieties used for sauteing. ]
Water can be added. The amount really depends on the consistency of the hummus you’re trying to make. Start with a ¼ cup and add more water if needed. Blend ingredients until desired chunkiness or smoothness is attained. Taste. Add more oil, salt and/or other ingredients (additional ideas provided below), according to your liking.
Garnish with extra virgin olive oil, paprika, parsley or cilantro, etc.
Make Different Hummus Recipes
All manner of ingredients can be added to the basic recipe above. ROASTED RED PEPPERS make a tasty addition, especially those from a jar as they blend readily, but forego adding water since the peppers will have plenty.
Also try adding cucumber, hot peppers, cumin, dill, curry, green onions, etc.
The subtle flavor of the chick peas will pair nicely with most ingredients.
Serve hummus with warm pita bread, pita chips, crackers, or raw fruit and vegetables. It’s great in wraps and sandwiches. Hummus on a hamburger? Why not. It’s inexpensive, easy to make, delicious, and a healthy dining choice. Hummus fits perfectly into a healthy Mediterranean diet.
For a twist on a classic hummus dish, try our sweet potato hummus recipe or this cauliflower hummus recipe.
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