Hummus

Total Time 15

Servings: 6 6–8 servings

Course: Starter / Mezze

Cuisine: Lebanese

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

400 g canned chickpeas drained (reserve the liquid)
100 g tahini sesame paste
Juice of 2 lemons
2 cloves garlic
½ tsp salt
3 tbsp ice-cold water
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Smoked paprika and fresh parsley to garnish

Method

Place the drained chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt into a food processor.
Blend for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides.
With the processor running, add the ice-cold water one tablespoon at a time. Blend for 4–5 minutes until the hummus is very smooth, light and creamy.
Taste and adjust the lemon, garlic and salt.
Spread onto a plate, creating a well in the centre with the back of a spoon. Drizzle olive oil into the well.
Dust with smoked paprika and scatter fresh parsley over. Serve with warm pita bread.

Notes

Source: Classic Lebanese recipe. Estimated values per serving (excl. pita). For general guidance only — actual values may vary with cooking style, ingredient brands, portion size and any additional ingredients or accompaniments.