The Best Hummus Recipe
Discover the timeless appeal of traditional hummus. Explore its rich history, comforting flavors, and how it brings people together. Perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- 250 g chickpea soaked
- 2 g baking soda
- 50 g tahini
- 2 g cumin
- 2 g paprika
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 ml lemon juice
- 50 ml ice water
Instructions
Prepare the Chickpeas
- Rinse the chickpeas with cold water the day before. Add twice the amount of water and soak them for at least 12 hours.
Cook the Chickpeas
- The next day, drain the chickpeas and transfer them to a sauce pan. Add baking soda and sauté on high heat for 3 minutes. Then, add 1.5 liters of cold water and bring it to a boil. Skim off the foam and remove any chickpea skins that float to the top. Reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Once the chickpeas are soft, remove from heat.
- Transfer the cooked chickpeas to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
- While the processor is running, gradually add tahini, lemon juice, salt, paprika, cumin, and crushed garlic.
- Slowly add iced water to reach your desired consistency. The ice water helps maintain the creamy texture and color of the hummus.
Notes
Use Baking Soda: Adding a pinch of baking soda while cooking the chickpeas helps break down the skins and results in a creamier hummus. It also helps soften the chickpeas faster.
Remove the Skins: For the smoothest hummus, remove as many skins from the chickpeas as possible. You can do this by skimming the water after boiling or gently rubbing the chickpeas between your fingers.
Serve Immediately or Chill: While hummus is delicious right away, chilling it for an hour before serving helps the flavors meld and improves the texture.
Top It Off: For an extra touch, drizzle some high-quality olive oil on top of the hummus before serving, and garnish with paprika or fresh parsley for color. For a fancy touch, top your hummus with roasted chickpeas, pine nuts, or a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
Add Olive Oil for Extra Creaminess: If you prefer an even creamier hummus, try adding a bit of olive oil into the mixture while blending. This will enhance the richness and give your hummus a smooth, silky texture.