Hummus has become so popular in the US in the last few years. It's availabe in so many stores. Yet the authentic taste of hummus that I grew up eating differs from what's in your average grocery store. Different, authentic and yet so simple to prepare.
Hummus is one of the dishes that simply eaten in a variety of occasions in Palestine. When barbecuing, hummus is a MUST, if you are enjoying a falafel sandwich or even having a snack, you’ve got to have hummus. It is one of the main dishes that is provided as an appetizer (Mezza). Many dietitians lately promote it as a healthy snack.
This recipe is pretty basic and simple. I’m here using canned chickpeas or garbanzo peas. I often like to use dried ones, which you’d have to soak with water overnight and cook prior to using. But, if you are in a hurry and you need to use them right away, the canned one are just as good. Just make sure you rinse them well to wash out all the residue from the water in the can.
Once you mix everything together you can check the taste before it's final. That way you'll know if you need to add more lemon or salt. People have different tastes, I like mine to be lemony. Start with less salt and lemon, then you can add more depending on your preference.
I like it creamy good for dipping
Hummus حمص
Ingredients
- 1 canned chickpeas
- ¼ cup sesame oil (Tahini)
- ¼ cup of water
- one freshly squeezed large lemon
- 1 clove garlic
- salt to taste
- jalapenos (optional)
- Parsley to garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Open chickpeas can and rinse well
- Add all ingredients into a food processor
- Mix well until the mix looks like a paste
- Serve with pita bread or vegetables
Amal gamoney says
I tried your hummus recipe it was delicious .
Wafa Shami says
Thank you Amal, great to hear. Enjoy!
Barb says
So delicious!
Sioux says
I made your hummus tonight and it is absolutely delicious. Loved adding the jalapeños ❤️🕊️🏆🇵🇸
Wafa Shami says
Awesome! Glad to hear it turned out delicious.
J Smith says
Thank you so much for your recipe
Wafa Shami says
You are welcome! I hope you enjoyed it.
Paul V says
Fantastic recipe. I used the whole lemon, and it was pretty easy, too. I'll try the jalapeno next time.
Wafa Shami says
Hi Paul, great to hear. I'm glad you liked it.
Shavika says
How good is this! First time I knew about putting Jalapeños into the mix 🤩♥️🇵🇸
Wafa Shami says
Hi Shavika, thank you for the review. Enjoy!
ronny says
i am with a mutual aid food group and we cook lots of community meals. every time we serve hummus we follow this recipe and the People always love it!
Wafa Shami says
Hi Ronny, I'm so glad to hear that, thank you for this kind review.