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Ultra Smooth Hummus Recipe

A bowl of smooth, creamy hummus drizzled with golden olive oil, ready to be served.
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Learn how to make incredibly smooth and creamy hummus at home. This recipe uses dried chickpeas for the best texture and quality tahini for rich flavor, outshining any store-bought version.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup dried chickpeas
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • Olive oil, for serving
  • Pita bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Soak dried chickpeas in water overnight. Drain and rinse.
  2. Place chickpeas in a large pot, cover with fresh water, and add baking soda. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until very tender. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  3. In a food processor, combine tahini and lemon juice. Process for 1 minute until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. Add the minced garlic and salt to the food processor. Process for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the cooked chickpeas to the food processor. Process until the mixture is very smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. While the food processor is running, slowly stream in the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the hummus reaches your desired creamy consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve hummus in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and accompany with pita bread.

Notes

  • For a shortcut, you can use two 15-ounce cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed. Ensure they are very well-rinsed to remove the canned flavor.
  • For extra smooth hummus, you can peel the chickpeas after cooking, though this is optional.
  • Warming the cooked chickpeas slightly before blending can also contribute to a silkier texture.

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