Creamy Hummus

I have a confession, I don't like store bought hummus. The flavour profile never seems quite balanced (some are better than others obviously), and they are far too thick. Hummus should be super soft and creamy. Once I started making my own there was just no going back.

This is my basic hummus recipe. I use canned chickpeas and white beans interchangeably. The chickpeas (unlike the white beans) have skins that easily rub off. Taking a moment to remove them is totally worth it - your hummus will be incredibly smooth and creamy. 

I also really like serving my hummus warm. You can pop it in the oven or microwave it. It really elevates it into something even more delicious. It doesn't need to be piping hot, just warmed through to remove the chill. 

You can garnish hummus with so many different things. 

• In my photo, I garnished it with olive oil, some of my pistachio almond dukkah, chopped parsley and chili flakes. 
• my recipe with sautéed mushrooms 
• chopped olives, tomato, olive oil, herbs
• za'atar
• gremolata
• any blend of herbs and spices

You can use hummus so many ways.

• As a dip for pita, crackers, crusty bread, and a rainbow of veggies
• As a base for salad dressings 
• Tossed into warm pasta
• On a sandwich instead of mayo
• On a vegan charcuterie board
• A hummus and cheese pizza with tomato .

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Hummus

(Start with the lesser amount of garlic and lemon juice, and add a bit more at the end to taste if needed)
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Ingredients

• 1 x 540 ml can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 - 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup water (as needed to thin to desired consistency)
• 3 - 4 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/3 cup tahini (generous)
• salt and pepper (about 1/2 tsp kosher salt)​

Method

1.  Place the chickpeas in a bowl and gently rub them between your hands to remove skins. I just keep everything in the same bowl and keep removing skins until I'm not getting many. (see my You Tube Video)
   
2. Add everything except water to a food processor. Blitz to combine, scraping down sides as needed.
3. With motor running pour in water. Scrape down sides and blitz again until super creamy. Add a splash more water if needed. Taste and adjust seasonings.