Description
Ina Garten’s creamy hummus elevates a classic Middle Eastern dip with silky smoothness and rich tahini flavor. Garlic, lemon, and olive oil blend seamlessly to create a luxurious spread perfect for gatherings or quiet moments of culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (15.5-ounce/425-gram) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup (120 grams) tahini
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon garlic, finely grated (about 4 cloves)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- Good olive oil
- ¼ cup (30 grams) salted, roasted Marcona almonds, roughly chopped
- Toasted pita triangles, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare chickpeas by combining them with baking powder in a large saucepan, covering with of water. Bring to a vigorous boil, then reduce heat and gently simmer for 25 minutes, stirring periodically to ensure even cooking.
- Create a lemon-garlic infusion by whisking ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) of fresh lemon juice with minced garlic in a small mixing bowl. Allow the mixture to rest and develop flavors.
- Remove chickpea skins through a meticulous process: drain the cooked legumes, then submerge in cold water. Agitate thoroughly to loosen and separate skins, repeating the draining and rinsing cycle 5-6 times until most outer layers are eliminated.
- Transform chickpeas into a smooth puree by transferring them to a food processor. Isolate of whole chickpeas for garnishing. Incorporate the lemon-garlic mixture, Tabasco sauce, paprika, warm water, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until achieving an ultra-smooth consistency, periodically scraping processor sides.
- Enhance the hummus by adding tahini and olive oil. Blend continuously for one minute until achieving a luxuriously creamy texture. Fine-tune the consistency by gradually introducing additional warm water, lemon juice, and salt until reaching a yogurt-like smoothness.
- Plate the hummus artfully by spreading it across a large serving dish, creating an elegant 2-inch (5-centimeter) border. Embellish with reserved whole chickpeas and chopped Marcona almonds. Finish with a delicate olive oil drizzle and a sprinkle of smoked paprika. Accompany with crisp, toasted pita triangles for an authentic presentation.
Notes
- Gently squeeze chickpeas between fingers to slip off papery skins, revealing smooth, creamy interior that blends into silky hummus.
- Zesty fresh lemon juice transforms ordinary dip with bright, tangy notes that dance across your taste buds.
- Warm water becomes your secret weapon for achieving perfect, velvety texture—add sparingly and blend thoroughly.
- Taste-testing unlocks hummus magic, allowing you to fine-tune salt, pepper, and citrus until every bite sings with balanced flavor.
- Extra virgin olive oil transforms simple dip into luxurious appetizer, creating glossy swirls that whisper Mediterranean elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe (approximately 1/4 cup or 60 grams)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg