I'll be the first to admit, I'm an hummus addict. Its become a weekly yet convenient event to buy, devour, repeat. But last week, we decided to try it homemade. I had heard the recipe was quick and easy, so I gave it a go. Step aside, Trader Joe's hummus, I don't need you anymore. After making my homemade version, I've realized what a shame it is to purchase the grocery store versions that really steer away from that middle eastern flavor I crave. The only thing that held me back at first was the intimidation of the multiple pieces {ahem, blade} of my Cuisinart. Talk about stage fright. Now, I can easily say we have a nice working relationship.
What you'll need:
- 1 22 oz. can of Chickpeas, drained
- 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)
- 4 garlic cloves
- dash of ground cumin
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- juice from 2 lemons
- 1 or 2 tablespoons water to smooth
- Olive oil, paprika or Aleppo Pepper for garnish
Instructions:
- In a Cuisinart, add half chick peas, tahini, garlic, cumin and salt and pepper - mix/puree for one minute.
- Add other half of chickpeas, lemon juice and tablespoon of water to smooth hummus.
- Follow pictures below to add drizzle of olive oil and dash of paprika or Aleppo pepper
- Enjoy with pita chips or raw veggies
- For an added twist, mix in your favorite Tabbouleh recipe, for a kick! {"Noelle's touch"}
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| { Ingredients: Chick Peas // Tahini // Fresh Garlic // Ground Cumin// Lemons // Paprika or Aleppo Pepper // Salt/Pepper } |