Indulge in the rich and authentic flavors of the Middle East with this mouth-watering Hummus recipe. Made with a creamy base of chickpeas, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and tahini, this dip is elevated with a blend of aromatic spices and herbs like cumin and parsley. Perfectly balanced in taste, the Authentic Middle Eastern Hummus Recipe makes for a perfect dip for pita chips, crackers, and veggies and is equally delightful as a spread for sandwiches or wraps. Whether served as an appetizer or snack, this delectable recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving for more!
Instructions
- Here are the instructions to make Authentic Middle Eastern Hummus Recipe:
- – If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight in water and then cook them according to package instructions until they are very tender.
- – In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic clove, lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt. Process until smooth.
- – While the food processor is running, slowly add water until the hummus reaches your desired consistency. Continue processing until the hummus is very smooth and creamy.
- – Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or cumin as desired.
- – Serve the hummus in a bowl, drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkled with chopped parsley.
- – You can also serve it with pita bread, sliced vegetables, or crackers.
- – Store any unused hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
