Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz / 425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup (125g) tahini
- 3 tbsp (45ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove (5g) garlic, roughly chopped
- 1/2 tsp (3g) fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp (45ml) ice-cold water
- 1/4 tsp (1g) ground cumin
Instructions:
- Place the tahini, lemon juice, and salt in the food processor. Process for 1 minute until the mixture is thickened and pale. Note: This creates the stable emulsion needed for a smooth finish.
- Add the drained chickpeas and chopped garlic to the processor.
- Blend on high for 3-5 minutes until the grainy texture disappears. Note: Don't stop early; this is where the velvety texture happens.
- While the processor is running on low, slowly drizzle in the ice cold water.
- Continue drizzling in the extra virgin olive oil until the hummus reaches a light, whipped ivory color.
- Add the ground cumin and pulse for 10 seconds to integrate.
- Taste and add a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon if the flavors aren't bold enough.
- Scoop into a bowl and create a swirl with a spoon for the oil garnish.