Description
This homemade hummus recipe is creamy, flavorful, and easy to make with simple ingredients like canned chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. Simmering the chickpeas with baking soda ensures a smooth and velvety texture, making it the best hummus you can prepare at home. Perfect as a dip, spread, or accompaniment to your favorite Mediterranean dishes.
Ingredients
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Chickpeas
- 1 can chickpeas (15 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Other Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons hulled tahini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Place them in a medium saucepan with the baking soda and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes until the chickpeas are very soft and tender.
- Drain and Cool: Remove the chickpeas from heat and drain off the water. Allow them to cool slightly to prevent the hummus from heating up too much during blending, which can affect texture and flavor.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the softened chickpeas, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and tahini to a food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure an even texture.
- Add Olive Oil: With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil. If the hummus is too thick, add a little water, a tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the hummus and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more lemon juice, garlic, or salt according to your taste preferences.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the hummus to a serving bowl, drizzle with a bit more olive oil if desired, and serve with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches.
Notes
- Using baking soda softens the chickpeas and results in creamier hummus.
- For even smoother hummus, peel the chickpeas after cooking, though it is optional.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice to suit your taste.
- Hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Adding a bit of cumin or smoked paprika can add depth of flavor if desired.
