Hummus

Hummus

 

Hummus is one of the more popular Middle Eastern dips. Served with fresh or toasted pita bread, hummus makes for a great snack or appetizer. Tahini is an important part of the hummus recipe and cannot be substituted.

Ingredients:

 

1 16 oz ( 453gm. ) can of chickpeas ( http://globalfoodsdirect.co.nz/html/middle_eastern.html )
1/4 cup liquid from can of chickpeas
3-5 tablespoons lemon juice (depending on taste)
1 1/2 tablespoons tahini ( http://globalfoodsdirect.co.nz/html/middle_eastern.html )
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil ( http://globalfoodsdirect.co.nz/html/oils.html )
Preparation:

 

Drain chickpeas and set aside liquid from can. Combine remaining ingredients in blender or food processor. Add 1/4 cup of liquid from chickpeas. Blend for 3-5 minutes on low until thoroughly mixed and smooth.

 

Place in serving bowl, and create a shallow well in the center of the hummus.

 

Add a small amount (1-2 tablespoons) of olive oil in the well. Garnish with parsley (optional).

 

Serve immediately with fresh, warm or toasted pita bread, or cover and refrigerate.

 

Chickpeas, olice oil and tahini are all available from www.globalfoodsdirect.co.nz