Hummus (Or Humus) - Authentic Recipe

Name: Hummus (Or Humus) - Authentic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dried garbanzo beans (garbanzos); 2 tablespoons tahini; 4 garlic cloves; 2 teaspoons cumin powder; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil, for serving; 1 pinch sweet paprika, for serving

Servings: persons

1
Soak the garbanzos (chickpeas) in water for 6 hours. there should be enough water to more than cover the chickpeas and allow them to expand.
2
Drain the chickpeas and put in a large saucepan with 2 litres of fresh water.
3
Simmer for 1 1/4 hours - or until the chickpeas are very tender.
4
Drain the chickpeas, reserving about 1 cup of the liquid. Allow the chickpeas to cool (I often run them under cold water).
5
Put the chickpeas in a food processor with all remaining ingredients - except the reserved liquid and the extra oil and paprika.
6
Process until smooth and creamy looking, adding some of the reserved liquid until the desired consistency is achieved.
7
Serve drizzed with olive oil and paprika.

451

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dried garbanzo beans (garbanzos), 2 tablespoons tahini, 4 garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons cumin powder, and more.

Yes, Hummus (Or Humus) - Authentic falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hummus (Or Humus) - Authentic

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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