Hummus
Hummus is a smooth and creamy dip prepared using chickpea. It is a Middle Eastern recipe served along with falafel.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Boiled Chickpea
- 2 -3 Nos. Garlic Cloves
- 1 Tbsp Tahini
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 Tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
- 1 Tsp Lime Juice
- 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
- Wash and soak chickpea overnight.
- Boil till soft. Let it cool.
- Peel chickpea for a creamy consistency.
- In a blender blend together chickpea, tahini, salt, garlic clove, roasted cumin powder, lime juice and olive oil.
- Pulse 7-8 times or until smooth and fluffy.
- Add little water if required.
- Transfer to a glass jar and preserve for up to 10 days.
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Notes
• Use good quality tahini if using store-bought.
• Use good quality extra virgin olive oil.
• Add garlic and lime juice as per taste.
• Give 1-2 extra pulse for that smooth and creamy texture.
• Use overboiled chickpea for a smooth consistency.
• Add a little water if required.