This garlic hummus is a smooth and creamy Middle Eastern dip that’s simple enough to make at home. Made with freshly boiled chickpeas, toasted tahini, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice, it blends into a rich, velvety spread, perfect for any occasion. Serve it with warm pita bread, veggie sticks, or crackers for a healthy snack, appetiser, or on a party platter. With just a few ingredients and no cooking required, this hummus is quick, nutritious, and packed with flavour. Adjust the spice level with chilli powder or paprika and garnish with roasted chickpeas and parsley for a restaurant-style presentation.
Pressure cook soaked chickpeas for around 15-20 minutes on high pressure. Then release the pressure, drain the chickpeas through a strainer, and reserve about 2-3 tbsp of the liquid. This liquid helps make the hummus smoother and creamier when blended.
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Prepare the tahini
Toast the hulled sesame seeds lightly in a dry pan until fragrant. Grind them with the oil to form a smooth paste. This ensures your tahini is fresh, creamy, and easily blends into the hummus. Before measuring, stir the tahini well so it is smooth and runny.
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Add to the food processor
Add the drained chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, and salt to a food processor. Include the reserved chickpea liquid; it will help the hummus reach a creamy consistency.
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Blend until smooth
Process everything until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. If the hummus is too thick, add a little more of the reserved liquid or cold water.
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Taste and adjust seasoning
Taste the hummus and add more salt, lemon juice, or garlic as per your preference; blend again if needed.
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Middle Eastern
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Appetizer
