Houmous

Lebanese Houmous Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (400g each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup tahini (sesame paste)
• Juice of 1-2 lemons
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt, to taste
• Water, as needed
• Paprika, for garnish
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chickpeas:
   • Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
2. Blend Ingredients:
   • In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, minced garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and a pinch of salt.
   • Blend until smooth and creamy. If the houmous is too thick, add water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
3. Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.
4. Serve:
   • Transfer the houmous to a serving dish.
   • Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley for garnish.
5. Enjoy:
   • Serve the houmous with warm pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.

Optional:

• You can garnish the houmous with additional toppings such as olives, pine nuts, or chopped tomatoes.

Delight your taste buds with this authentic Lebanese Houmous recipe for 4 people!