Use this Hummus Recipe and learn how to make the best hummus dip. Hummus is a delicious middle eastern dip served as an appetizer with pita bread crisps, or used as a spread on sandwiches or wraps.
Ingredients
- 400g can chickpeas, drained
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1-2 medium cloves garlic, peeled
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tahini paste
- 2 1/2 tablespoons water
- Place all ingredients in a food processor and process on high speed until the ingredients are combined. Stop the machine and use a spatula to scrape down the side and base of the bowl. Process again until dip is smooth.
- Store dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- To garnish, sprinkle the dip with paprika, cumin, chilli or chopped parsley or drizzle with olive oil.
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (180 degrees Celsius fan-forced). Using scissors or a knife, cut pita bread (or other flatbread) into bite sized triangles. Place bread triangles on a baking tray and bake for about 4 minutes, until crisp. Allow to cool, then store in an airtight container until required.
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