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Wednesday, November 05, 2014

Simple Hummus with Tahini (Step by Step Pics)

Simple Hummus with tahini flavor is a yummy dip that can be served with chips.The protein packed chick peas with added sesame flavor makes it creamy and delicious.This can be served for kids when packing chips as snacks.They also serve to be great party starters as well.I used to buy from the stores but this time gave it a try and I must say that its much flavorful than the store brought.Try it,hope you like this dip and enjoy !!!


Adapted  here
Ingredients
chick peas(canned/cooked) 2 cups
tahini 1/4 cup
lemon juice 1/4 cup
garlic clove 1
olive oil 3 tbsp
ground cumin 1/2 tsp
dash of ground paprika
water 2-3 tbsp
salt 1tsp


Method
-In the blender /food processor combine tahini and lemon juice.Process for 1 minute.
-Combine the cooked chick peas in a blender and grind with olive oil.


-Add water little by little grind the chick peas until smooth.Scrape down the sides and process until smooth and thick.Add dash of water and till you get the correct consistency.
-Add  in the ground cumin and paprika seasoning.
-Serve with pita chips or store in air tight containers,refrigerate upto 1 week.

Serves~ large bowl of hummus




NOTES
* You can use canned chickpeas,drain water and use.You can otherwise soak and boil chickpeas as you do for chickpeas /chole masala.Drain water and use.


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