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HUMMUS 

RECIPE

Hummus

Total time: 20 mins | Serving: 5 people

Most people think great hummus requires hours of peeling chickpea skins, but we have a better way. By quickly simmering your canned chickpeas and incorporating ice cubes during the blending process, you can achieve a silky-smooth, whipped texture that rivals your favourite restaurant.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas


  • 3.5 tbsp lemon juice


  • 2.5 tbsp tahini


  • 1 garlic clove


  • ¾ tsp salt


  • 3 ice cubes 


  • Extra-virgin olive oil (for serving)

Instructions:

  1. The Quick Soften: Rinse your chickpeas and place them in a small pot with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then let them simmer for 5 minutes. This softens the outer skins, ensuring a smoother blend.


  3. Drain & Pulse: Drain the chickpeas and transfer them to a food processor. Pulse until they reach a fine, crumbly texture, scraping down the sides as needed.


  5. The Smooth Blend: Add the lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and the ice cubes.


  7. Be Patient: Blend for a full 5 minutes. This might seem like a long time, but it’s the key to achieving that airy, light consistency.


  9. Adjust: Taste your hummus. If you like more tang, add a splash of lemon; if it needs more depth, add another pinch of salt.


  11. Serve: Spread the hummus onto a plate using the back of a spoon to create "swirls." Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil.