Hummus With Crisp Maitake Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Hummus With Crisp Maitake Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Juice of 1 lemon, more to taste; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 fat garlic clove or 2 smaller cloves, finely chopped; Pinch cayenne pepper, more for serving if desired; Pinch ground coriander; ⅓ cup tahini; 3 cups cooked chickpeas, or drained, canned chickpeas, warm or at room temperature; 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 1/2 ounces maitake (hen-of-the-woods) or oyster mushrooms, cut into bite-size pieces; Chopped parsley; Sesame flatbread (see recipe) or raw vegetables or both

Servings: persons

Juice of 1 lemon, more to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 fat garlic clove or 2 smaller cloves, finely chopped
Pinch cayenne pepper, more for serving if desired
Pinch ground coriander
⅓ cup tahini
3 cups cooked chickpeas, or drained, canned chickpeas, warm or at room temperature
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 1/2 ounces maitake (hen-of-the-woods) or oyster mushrooms, cut into bite-size pieces
Chopped parsley
Sesame flatbread (see recipe) or raw vegetables or both

1
In a food processor, combine the lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, cumin, black pepper, garlic, cayenne and coriander.
2
Pulse the mixture just enough to blend.
3
Add tahini and 1/3 cup warm water.
4
Pulse until smooth.
5
Add the chickpeas and puree until smooth and creamy.
6
This might take several minutes.
7
With the motor running, drizzle in 1/2 cup oil.
8
Taste and add more salt or lemon as needed.
9
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
10
Add the mushrooms.
11
Cook, tossing occasionally, but not too often, so that the surface of the mushrooms have time to brown; cook until very crisp and dark golden, 7 to 10 minutes.
12
Transfer to a paper-towel-lined dish to drain; sprinkle generously with salt while still hot.
13
Spread the hummus onto a platter and sprinkle with crisp mushrooms, parsley, cayenne if desired, and a drizzle of olive oil.
14
Serve with flatbread or vegetables or both.

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Juice of 1 lemon, more to taste, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Hummus With Crisp Maitake Mushrooms falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Hummus With Crisp Maitake Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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