Creamy Homemade Hummus
Creamy Homemade Hummus
Ingredients
For the Hummus Base
- 1 can canned chickpeas, 15 ounce, drained
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic, cloves, peeled
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Garnish and Serving
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional, for garnish
- 1 whole chickpea, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Drain the canned chickpeas. Transfer them to a medium pot. Add 4 cups of cold water and 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the pot.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, during which the chickpea husks will float to the top.
⏱️ 6 min
- 3
Using a fine-mesh strainer or slotted spoon, skim off and discard the floating chickpea husks. Drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water until cool.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Transfer the rinsed chickpeas to a food processor. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, the juice from 1 lemon, and 2 peeled garlic cloves.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Secure the lid and blend the mixture for 7 to 8 minutes. This extended blending time is crucial for breaking down the chickpea proteins and achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
⏱️ 8 min
- 6
Stop the food processor, scrape down the sides, then add 1/4 cup of tahini.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Continue blending for another 3 minutes. While the processor is running, gradually drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil through the feed tube.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Transfer the creamy hummus to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow it to set and for the flavors to fully meld.
⏱️ 1 min
- 9
Once chilled, scoop the hummus into a serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a swirl or well in the center.
⏱️ 1 min
- 10
Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of paprika and 1/4 teaspoon of optional ground cumin. Place 1 whole chickpea in the center of the swirl.
⏱️ 1 min
- 11
Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
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Creamy Homemade Hummus
Ingredients
For the Hummus Base
- 1 can canned chickpeas, 15 ounce, drained
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic, cloves, peeled
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For Garnish and Serving
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika, for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional, for garnish
- 1 whole chickpea, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Drain the canned chickpeas. Transfer them to a medium pot. Add 4 cups of cold water and 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the pot.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, during which the chickpea husks will float to the top.
⏱️ 6 min - 3
Using a fine-mesh strainer or slotted spoon, skim off and discard the floating chickpea husks. Drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water until cool.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Transfer the rinsed chickpeas to a food processor. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, the juice from 1 lemon, and 2 peeled garlic cloves.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Secure the lid and blend the mixture for 7 to 8 minutes. This extended blending time is crucial for breaking down the chickpea proteins and achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
⏱️ 8 min - 6
Stop the food processor, scrape down the sides, then add 1/4 cup of tahini.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Continue blending for another 3 minutes. While the processor is running, gradually drizzle in 2 tablespoons of olive oil through the feed tube.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Transfer the creamy hummus to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow it to set and for the flavors to fully meld.
⏱️ 1 min - 9
Once chilled, scoop the hummus into a serving bowl. Use the back of a spoon to create a swirl or well in the center.
⏱️ 1 min - 10
Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of paprika and 1/4 teaspoon of optional ground cumin. Place 1 whole chickpea in the center of the swirl.
⏱️ 1 min - 11
Serve immediately with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.