Best Hummus
Ultra-smooth, pale and creamy hummus with a bright lemon pop.
Deep garlicky flavor, warm cumin notes, and a silky swoosh on top.
Every scoop is fluffy, rich, and craveable with a hint of sumac.
side dish ⏱ 40 min 240 kcal / portion 28.0 g carbs / portion (estimated) vegan 🔗 Original source
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- boil chickpeas with baking soda in covered water for about 20 minutes
- drain chickpeas and rinse with cool water for about 30 seconds
- process lemon juice, garlic and salt until very finely chopped, then let it rest 10 minutes or longer
- blend in tahini until thick and creamy, scraping sides and bottom as needed
- drizzle in ice water and blend until ultra smooth, pale and creamy
- blend in cumin, drained, over-cooked chickpeas, and drizzle olive oil until super smooth for about 2 minutes
- taste and adjust as necessary with more salt and lemon juice for extra flavor
- scrape the hummus into a serving bowl or platter, create swooshes on top, and top with garnishes, then serve