Perfectly Creamy Humus

What I used:

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • One 15-oz can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil (plus extra for serving)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2-3 Tbsp water
  • Dash paprika

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Mise-en-place

  • Rinse and drain chickpeas.
  • Mince or press garlic.

(1)  Combine tahini and lemon juice in food processor.  Process for 1 minute until smooth (will still be a bit sticky).

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(2)  Add garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt.  Process for 1 minute.

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(3)  Slowly add chickpeas while processing.

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(4)  Add water gradually until reach consistency desired.

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(5)  Serve topped with olive oil and paprika.

Storing tips:  You may refrigerate humus in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 4 months (just make sure you use a thin layer of olive oil on the top of your to-be-frozen humus).

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  1. […] are simple: ability to make ahead and tasty.  I find any excuse to use this incredible recipe for humus (adapted from inspiredtaste.net)!  This Alton Brown-inspired guacamole recipe is also easy to make […]

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