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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A perfect traditional recipe for authentic hummus. I learned how to make this while living in the middle east. Everyone always asks for the recipe. Ingredients:
2 (16 ounce) cans chickpeas (reserve liquid) or 2 (16 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained (reserve liquid) |
2 -4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed |
2 -3 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon) |
1/2 cup tahini paste (also known as sesame paste) |
1 pinch salt (1/4 - 1/2 tsp.) |
ground paprika, for garnish |
olive oil, for garnish |
Directions:
1. Place 1/2 cup reserved bean liquid in blender or food processor container.
2. Add beans, garlic and lemon juice; start blender.
3. Add reserved juice a little at a time till mixture runs smooth through blender but still has a thick consistency (all together about 1/4-1/2 cup reserved juice).
4. Add tahini paste and salt; blend 3-4 minutes till nice and smooth.
5. Place hummus into a large serving bowl.
6. Cover and chill 2-3 hours in the refrigerator or till nicely chilled.
7. When ready to serve, drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle lightly with paprika.
8. Serve with pita bread.
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