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Silky Classic Hummus

Ultra-smooth classic hummus made with chickpeas, tahini, lemon and garlic. Simmering canned chickpeas is the secret to the silky texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 800 g canned chickpeas drained
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 100 g tahini
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 60 ml ice-cold water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil to serve
  • 1 pinch paprika or sumac to serve

Method
 

  1. Simmer the chickpeas with the baking soda and plenty of water for 10 minutes until very soft and falling apart. Drain and rinse.
  2. Blend the tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt for 1 minute.
  3. With the motor running, add the iced water until the mixture turns pale and creamy.
  4. Add the chickpeas and cumin and blend for 3–4 minutes until completely smooth.
  5. Taste and adjust the lemon and salt.
  6. Spread in a shallow bowl, drizzle with olive oil and dust with paprika or sumac.

Notes

Ice-cold water makes the tahini whip up light and pale. Add it slowly while blending.