Easy Creamy Hummus

My friends and I always order a veggie mezze platter at Bangalore restaurants, and the hummus is my favourite part. This is my third hummus recipe and by far the easiest.

Store bought tahini saves so much time. The trick for a light, creamy texture is blending with a couple of ice cubes. Serve it with pita, vegetables, chapati or in a sandwich.

Easy Creamy Hummus

Quick Details
Serves: 4
Soaking time: overnight
Diet: Vegan

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Course Side Dish

Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup chickpeas soaked overnight
• 4 cups water for cooking
• 4 tablespoons tahini I used 5:15
• 4 cloves garlic
• 2 ice cubes
• 1/4 cup olive oil in two parts, plus more to serve
• 1 teaspoon jeera
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 lemon juiced
• olives to garnish

Instructions

 

• Cook the chickpeas. Drain the soaked chickpeas, add the water and pressure cook for 5 whistles. Cool and drain, saving the cooking water.
• Start blending. Add the chickpeas to a food processor, keeping 2 tablespoons aside. Add the tahini, garlic and an ice cube and blitz.
• Add the oil. Add half the olive oil, mix, then add the rest with another ice cube.
• Season. Add the jeera, salt and lemon juice and blend until smooth. Add a few more chickpeas if it is not creamy enough.
• Serve. Transfer to a bowl, garnish with olives and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with pita bread.

Video

Keyword Hummus, Mezze, Chickpea Dip

Tips for the Best Easy Creamy Hummus

• Pressure cook the chickpeas until very soft, about 5 whistles.
• Add an ice cube while blending for a lighter, creamier hummus.
• If it is too thick, blend in a few more chickpeas or a little water.
• Save the chickpea cooking water. It is aquafaba and works as an egg replacer.

Storage

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned chickpeas?
Yes. Rinse them well before blending.

Can I make tahini at home?
Yes, but store bought white tahini saves a lot of time.

Make this for your next mezze night and tell me in the comments what recipe you want next. Watch the recipe video on YouTube and follow @askdeepa_ on Instagram for more.