Classic Hummus | McCormick For Chefs®

Classic, creamy, and delicious chickpea dip.

Ingredients

Serves 1 quart
28 oz Chickpeas, canned, drained
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 cup Tahini
1/4 cup Lemon Juice, fresh
1 tbsp McCormick Culinary ® Cumin, Ground
2 tsps Kosher Salt
1 tsp Garlic, minced
1/2 tsp McCormick Culinary ® Coriander, Ground
1/4 tsp McCormick Culinary ® Cayenne Pepper, Ground
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Procedure

In a stock pot bring water to a boil. Add baking soda and canned chickpeas. Boil for 20 minutes, drain and cool.
In a food processor combine boiled chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne, cumin, coriander, and salt. Blend until ingredients are well mixed and, with food processor on, drizzle in oil until hummus is smooth and velvety.
Serve as an appetizer with pita and sliced vegetables or use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

CHEFís TIP!

Boiling canned chickpeas in water with baking soda helps breakdown the outer skin of the chickpeas, creating a smoother final product.

Recipe type: Sauces Condiments and Spreads

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