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Classic Middle Eastern Hummus

Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas ​
  • 1/2 cup tahini ​
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice ​
  • 2 cloves garlic ​
  • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil ​
  • 1/2 tsp cumin ​
  • ​ ​ Salt to taste
  • ​ ​ Water or chickpea cooking liquid as needed

Equipment

  • Food processor ​

Method
 

  1. Soak dried chickpeas overnight. Boil until tender (about 60-90 minutes). Drain and cool.
  2. Add chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and salt into a food processor.
  3. Slowly drizzle olive oil while blending. Add cold water until smooth.
  4. Add more lemon juice or salt if needed.
  5. Spread onto a plate, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle paprika or parsley. Serve with warm pita bread or fresh vegetables.