Are you seeking a culinary expedition to the heart of Middle Eastern gastronomy? Look no further than the world-renowned delicacy, hummus. Hummus, a tantalizing dip or spread, has captivated taste buds for centuries, earning its place as a treasured global dish. Join us on a delectable journey to uncover the secrets behind crafting the ultimate hummus, sure to leave you enthralled and yearning for more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BEST HUMMUS
Learn how to make the best homemade hummus! It's creamy, dreamy and light. This hummus recipe is easy to make-no peeling chickpeas or overnight soak required. Recipe yields about 2 cups.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Dip
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the chickpeas in a medium saucepan and add the baking soda. Cover the chickpeas by several inches of water, then bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Continue boiling, reducing heat if necessary to prevent overflow, for about 20 minutes, or until the chickpeas look bloated, their skins are falling off, and they're quite soft. In a fine-mesh strainer, drain the chickpeas and run cool water over them for about 30 seconds. Set aside (no need to peel the chickpeas for this recipe!).
- Meanwhile, in a food processor or high-powered blender, combine the lemon juice, garlic and salt. Process until the garlic is very finely chopped, then let the mixture rest so the garlic flavor can mellow, ideally 10 minutes or longer.
- Add the tahini to the food processor and blend until the mixture is thick and creamy, stopping to scrape down any tahini stuck to the sides and bottom of the processor as necessary.
- While running the food processor, drizzle in 2 tablespoons ice water. Scrape down the food processor, and blend until the mixture is ultra smooth, pale and creamy. (If your tahini was extra-thick to begin with, you might need to add 1 to 2 tablespoons more ice water.)
- Add the cumin and the drained, over-cooked chickpeas to the food processor. While blending, drizzle in the olive oil. Blend until the mixture is super smooth, scraping down the sides of the processor as necessary, about 2 minutes. Add more ice water by the tablespoon if necessary to achieve a super creamy texture.
- Taste, and adjust as necessary-I almost always add another 1/4 teaspoon salt for more overall flavor and another tablespoon of lemon juice for extra zing.
- Scrape the hummus into a serving bowl or platter, and use a spoon to create nice swooshes on top. Top with garnishes of your choice, and serve. Leftover hummus keeps well in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 151 calories, Sugar 1.5 g, Sodium 224.9 mg, Fat 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
THE BEST HUMMUS
This is a classic tahini-forward, bright and lemony hummus, and is similar to what you would find in Israel. We tried this recipe with from-scratch dried chickpeas as well as with canned, and the flavor and texture were only marginally better with the freshly cooked. And we saved 24 hours of prep time! So for a creamy, satisfying 15-minute hummus, we're going with the can.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain the chickpeas in a medium mesh sieve, reserving the liquid. Reserve about 7 chickpeas for garnish.
- Process the tahini, garlic and cumin in a food processor. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in 2/3 cup of the reserved chickpea liquid (if you don't have exactly 2/3 cup, add water until the total amount is 2/3 cup) and process until light and very creamy, 1 to 2 minutes. The mixture will appear broken at first but will come together after all the liquid is added and has been processed for a minute or two.
- Add the chickpeas, the lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the tahini mixture. Process until the mixture is extremely smooth, scraping down the sides occasionally, about 4 minutes. Thin with more water if you prefer a looser consistency. Taste and season with more salt, lemon juice or cumin as desired.
- Spoon the hummus into a shallow bowl, making a well in the center, and drizzle liberally with oil. Top with the reserved chickpeas and sprinkle with paprika. Serve with pita bread, pita chips or cut raw vegetables.
WORLD'S BEST HUMMUS
Make and share this World's Best Hummus recipe from Food.com.
Provided by King Lu
Categories Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a Blender (NOT a Food Processor).
- Add chick peas, garlic, lemon juice, salt, cayenne, cumin, and 1/2 quantity of chickpea water, blend.
- You will probably have to stir manually a couple of times (when the blender is off!).
- Add Tahini and blend again, when finished the Hummus should be able to just start to slide out of the blender on its own.
- If too thick add a little more chickpea water.
- Pour into a shallow bowl, drizzle with Olive Oil, and sprinkle parsley on top.
- Cut up Pita Bread into bite size pieces, serve with Hummus.
- Enjoy.
BEST HUMMUS
I serve this at least once a week with a chicken or steak meal or just as a quick snack. Learned from my late grandfather who was of Lebanese descent. Serve with fresh Arabic bread.
Provided by Reman9981
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Hummus Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place garbanzo beans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, water, garlic, and cumin into a food processor and process until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and sprinkle top of hummus with paprika and fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 28.5 mg
BEST HUMMUS
Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive. Over the years I've picked up a number of tricks that make this the best hummus recipe you'll ever have. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 1-1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place garbanzo beans in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 1 in. Gently rub beans together to loosen outer skin. Pour off water and any skins that are floating. Repeat 2-3 times until no skins float to the surface; drain. Return to saucepan; add baking soda and enough water to cover by 1 in. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until beans are very tender and just starting to fall apart, 20-25 minutes., Meanwhile, in a blender, process lemon juice, garlic and salt until almost a paste. Let stand 10 minutes; strain, discarding solids. Stir in cumin. In a small bowl, stir together tahini and olive oil. , Add beans to blender; add cold water. Loosely cover and process until completely smooth. Add lemon mixture and process. With blender running, slowly add tahini mixture, scraping sides as needed. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and cumin if desired., Transfer mixture to a serving bowl; cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes. If desired, top with additional olive oil and assorted toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 361mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
Tips for Making the Best Hummus:
- Use dried chickpeas: Soaking and cooking dried chickpeas overnight results in a creamier and more flavorful hummus. If using canned chickpeas, be sure to rinse and drain them thoroughly.
- Cook the chickpeas until they are very tender: This will make them easier to blend and will result in a smoother hummus.
- Use a food processor or high-powered blender: This will help you achieve a smooth and creamy texture. A regular blender may not be powerful enough.
- Add the tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin early on: This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
- Season the hummus to taste: Start with a little salt and pepper and then add more to taste. You can also add other spices, such as paprika, cayenne pepper, or ground coriander.
- Serve the hummus with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika: This will add flavor and make the hummus look more appealing.
Conclusion:
Hummus is a delicious and versatile dip or spread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are serving it with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers, hummus is sure to be a hit. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and healthy ingredients, hummus is a great addition to any party or gathering. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious snack or appetizer, give hummus a try. You won't be disappointed!
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