Maha's Hummus

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked or canned chickpeas

• 1/4 cup tahini

• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

• 2 garlic cloves (minced)

• 2 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 cup Ice water or ice cubes

• Salt to taste

• Olive oil for serving

Directions

1. In a food processor, combine all ingredients and process for about 1 minute, scrape the sides and process again to your desired consistency making sure ingredients are well blended
2. If the hummus is still too thick, you need more liquid- slowly add more ice cold water and keep processing till you get a creamier texture.
3. Taste and adjust as needed, you can add more garlic or cumin to taste.
4. Plate your hummus and garnish with a handful of whole chickpeas, a drizzle of olive and a sprinkle of cumin.
5. Store homemade hummus in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.

Cook’s Tips:

• For a creamier texture use cooked chickpeas and remove the skin.
• Ice Cold water gives you a creamier texture.