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Hummus
Smooth and creamy hummus made with cooked chickpeas, rich sesame, and a fragrant touch of cumin or anise.
appetizer
chickpea
creamy
vegetarian
Ingredients
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 400 gcooked chickpeas
  • 2 cullsesame (or Tahini sauce)
  • 1 cullcumin or anise
  • 50 mlextra virgin olive oil
  • 50 mlwater
  • lemon juice
  • 1 clovegarlic
  • salt
  • sweet paprika
Nutritional Information

Per Serving (Approx.)

Calories
658 kcal
Protein
22 g
Fat
44 g
Carbohydrates
58 g

Disclaimer: These values are estimates based on ingredient types and may not be precise.

Step-by-step Guide

Preparation

  • Lightly toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until the seeds begin to brown and release their aroma.
  • Place all the ingredients into the jug of the hand blender, ensuring that the maximum recommended capacity is not exceeded to avoid spills.
  • Blend with the hand blender until you achieve a fine and smooth sauce; this may take approximately 2-3 minutes, depending on the device's power.
  • Transfer the sauce to small ramekins or individual containers and refrigerate until serving for better presentation.
Recommendations & Tricks
  • Serve the hummus in a terrine-style bowl with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on top and a sprinkle of sweet paprika for decoration.
  • Accompany the hummus with fresh carrot sticks, cucumber, or red bell pepper for a healthy dipping option.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, add more olive oil or a bit of water to the mixture until you achieve the desired consistency.
  • To enhance the flavor, lightly toast the sesame seeds before grinding or mixing them with the other ingredients.
  • Try adding a clove of garlic or a teaspoon of lemon juice to the puree to provide a touch of freshness and enhance the flavors.
  • If you're using canned chickpeas, rinse them well under running water to remove excess salt and preservatives before processing them.