Lebanese Hummus
Ingredients
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Chickpea
1 tin can (250g) -
Tahini (sesame purée)
2 tablespoon (70g) -
Lemon
1 (50ml of lemon juce) -
Garlic
1/2 -
Ice cubes
3-4 -
Oil
2 tablespoon -
Entree
20 mn
15 mn
3-4
Description
Hummus is a dish that originated in the Middle East and whose history goes back many centuries. Its name comes from the Arabic “ḥummuṣ” (حُمُّص), meaning “chickpea”, the basic ingredient of this creamy puree.
This Middle Eastern specialty is a blend of several ingredients. The result is a velvety texture and a taste balanced between sweetness and acidity, with a hint of hazelnut thanks to the sesame.
It is often accompanied by pita bread, raw vegetables or used as a base in various recipes.
Preparation
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Open the can of chickpeas and rinse with water.
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Put the chickpeas in a pot of boiling water for 15 minutes.
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Mix the sesame cream with the lemon and minced garlic.
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Once cooked, remove the water from the chickpeas and blend while still hot. Remove any chickpea skins that may have come loose during cooking.
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Add the sesame cream-lemon juice-garlic mixture to the chickpeas and continue blending.
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Add the ice cubes and continue blending.
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Gradually add peanut oil while mixing, then add salt.
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Place the mixture in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika.
A word about this preparation...
How to present your hummus dish?
You can accompany this hummus with a mix of chickpeas, lemon, parsley, olive oil and Lebanese bread. You can also sprinkle with spices for decoration (paprika, sweet pepper, cumin).
😋 Alternatives
At the end of mixing, add a beet to give the hummus a pretty pink color.
Some people don't use garlic, so it's up to you to decide what you like best.
⭐ Tips
Ideally, use dry chickpeas and leave them to soak overnight in a bowl filled with water and bicarbonate of soda. But if you're pressed for time, you can use tinned chickpeas and cook them for 15 minutes in boiling water. Remove any chickpea hulls that have separated during cooking.
Ice cubes help to cool the mixture and make it less thick. Add an extra ice cube if you want a more liquid texture. If you don't have ice cubes, add very cold water (75 ml).
There is many ways to use hummus
Hummus is traditionally eaten with pita bread, but there are many other ways to enjoy it.
Here are a few ideas:
❤️ Health
It's a nutritious food, rich in vegetable protein, fiber and good lipids.
🧊 Conservation
Transfer the hummus to an airtight container. It will keep for 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator.
To freeze, place in a suitable container, leaving a little space (it swells slightly as it freezes). It will keep for up to 3 months.
To eat, thaw gently in the fridge, then mix well before serving.