Description
If you have a hard time finding tahini, don’t worry. Using this recipe, you will get an absolutely delicious hummus anyway.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz. (400 g) cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) reserved broth from chickpeas
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp. lemon juice (from 1 medium Meyer lemon)
- 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
- 1 tsp. salt
- Pinch black pepper
To Decorate:
- Olive oil
- Extra cooked chickpeas
- Paprika
- Parsley (dried or fresh)
Tools Needed:
- Immersion blender or regular blender
- Small bowl
- Serving bowl
Instructions
1. Prepare the Lemon Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, granulated garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix well.
2. Blend the Chickpeas:
- Place the drained chickpeas in a blender, reserving their broth.
- Add 1/4 cup of the reserved chickpea broth, the chicken or vegetable broth, and the prepared lemon mixture into the blender.
- Pulse until the mixture becomes a smooth, thick paste. If necessary, add extra broth or water to reach the desired consistency.
3. Taste and Adjust:
- Sample the hummus and adjust the seasoning according to taste if necessary.
4. Serve:
- Transfer the hummus to a serving dish.
- Create a small well near the edge and circle inward. Pour olive oil into the well.
- Add extra cooked chickpeas for garnish, sprinkle with paprika, and decorate with parsley.
- Serve with fresh pita bread or vegetables.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, press the finished hummus through a fine meshed sieve before serving
- Meyer lemon gives a slightly sweeter, more fragrant touch, but regular lemons are also suitable.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Side
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mid Eastern