Creamy Hummus
compiled from several online recipes
Keyword chickpeas, garlic, lemon, sesame
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes Cook Time 5 minutes minutes Total Time 10 minutes minutes
- 1 15 oz. can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained with liquid reserved
- ½ cup tahini
- ¼ cup olive oil plus extra for drizzling
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp. ground cumin
- juice of 1 lemon, plus more as needed
- paprika, for garnish (optional)
- chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Put everything except the garnishes in a food processor and pulse until everything becomes a fine, even mash.
Add the chickpea liquid (or water) as needed to produce a smoother puree.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary. Continue to puree on high until the hummus becomes very smooth and creamy, about 5–10 minutes.
Sprinkle with garnishes and serve with pita slices or vegetables for dipping.