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Hummus with cumin

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Number of servings: 4Cooking time: 1 h 5 minDifficulty: EasyMeal: Lunch

Hummus with cumin is a true classic of the Middle East, skillfully combining taste and aroma. Thanks to cumin, the dish acquires a unique deep aroma, perfect for your table. Preparing hummus does not require complex techniques: all ingredients are mixed in a blender, allowing you to easily create the perfect chickpea cream in your kitchen. This is the perfect appetizer to serve at holidays or simply for a family dinner — prepare in advance and store in the refrigerator to enjoy hummus for several days in a row.


Variations

- Green hummus - add fresh herbs, mint, and cilantro to the basic mixture

- Beet hummus - mix in boiled beetroot for a bright color and sweet taste

- Spicy paprika hummus - increase the amount of paprika or add hot pepper to taste


Tenderness secrets

- Cook chickpeas without salt - add salt only at the end, it preserves the softness of the grains

- Remove the skin from boiled chickpeas for a smooth consistency of hummus

- Add water gradually during blending to achieve the perfect creamy texture


Ingredient tips

- Tahini can be replaced with ground sesame or made on your own - lightly toast and grind sesame seeds

- Use fresh lemon juice, not concentrated - this will provide a better flavor

- High-quality olive oil will appear on the surface of hummus - this is a traditional presentation of the appetizer


Culinary nuances

- Cumin should be ground and fresh for maximum aroma

- Hummus continues to absorb flavors after cooking - let it stand for 15-20 minutes before serving

- Serve hummus with pita, flatbread, fresh vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches

Ingredients

Ecorod Organic Chickpea 400g

400 g

Fimtad Tahin Sesame Paste 550g

4 tbsp

Borges Refined Olive Oil 0.5l

80 ml

Lemoni lemon juice 100% 220ml

40 ml

Spice Cumin Ground

1 tsp

Garlic

2-3 сloves

Salute di Mare Grinding №0 Natural Edible Sea Salt 750g

to taste

Kamis Smoked Ground Paprika 20g

1 tsp

Evian Non-Carbonated Mineral Water 1.5l

60-80 ml

Preparation steps

01

Preparing chickpeas — If using dry chickpeas, soak them overnight in cold water with baking soda. If canned, just drain and rinse. Time: 0 min. Reference: Chickpeas are swollen and clean.

02

Boiling chickpeas — Cover chickpeas with fresh water and bring to boil over medium heat without salt. Skim the foam that forms. Time: 50 min. Reference: Chickpeas are soft but not overcooked - should easily crush between fingers.

03

Cooling — Drain chickpeas through a sieve, leaving some broth. Let them cool to room temperature. Time: 5 min. Reference: Chickpeas completely cooled.

04

Placing in blender — Place cooled chickpeas, garlic, salt, cumin, tahini, and lemon juice in a blender bowl. Time: 1 min. Reference: All ingredients in blender.

05

First blending — Blend on medium speed. Gradually add water and olive oil to achieve smooth consistency. Time: 3 min. Reference: Mixture is homogeneous, creamy, with no lumps.

06

Adjusting flavor — Taste the hummus, add more lemon juice, cumin, salt, or garlic if needed. Blend for another 1-2 minutes. Time: 2 min. Reference: Flavor balanced, clear cumin notes visible.

07

Tip Serve with warm pita, flatbread, crunchy baguette, or fresh vegetables — carrot, cucumber, bell pepper. Hummus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. When serving, drizzle with olive oil again and sprinkle with fresh cumin