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Authentic Hummus Recipe Lebanon, Asia

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Introduction & history

Traditionally consumed for breakfast, this Levantine dish is also enjoyed as a dip or an appetizer, and is also included in mezze, an assortment of small dishes typically served before a multicourse meal. Furthermore, it is a part of other Middle Eastern dishes like falafel and sabich. Hummus or hummus bi'tahina, at its basic, consists of chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and often cumin that are ground and served with a drizzle of olive oil on top and a sprinkling of spices like paprika and/or herbs like parsley. A few whole chickpeas or pine nuts can also be added as decoration. Hummus ful, on the other hand, is almost identical to hummus bi'tahina, except that it is topped with a fava bean paste. The third version of hummus is hummus msabbaha. Here the chickpeas are left whole and mixed with tahini and hummus bi'tahina. No matter which version is served, it should be served warm, with pita bread on the side for scooping it up.

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Riesling

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4.2

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Cooking tips

  • method

    The first step when making hummus is to inspect the grains and discard any that are damaged or remove any small stones or other debris that you might find. As far as the preparation method goes, traditionally, hummus is prepared in a mortar and pestle, resulting in an unmistakable gritty texture, which cannot be imitated with modern appliances. Still, blenders and food processors are more than welcome ... Read more
  • variations

    Mostly variations in case of hummus come down to what kind of toppings and garnishes to use. Although whole chickpeas, parsley, paprika, ful, and pine nuts are a more traditional option, you can experiment by also adding caramelized onions, tomatoes, cucumber, coriander, mushrooms, and hard-boiled eggs.

Recipe variations

Hummus Msabbaha

PREP 30min

COOK 1h 30min

READY IN 2h

4.7

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The distinctive feature of this hummus msabbaha is the incorporation of whole, perfectly cooked, steaming hot chickpeas into tahini and classic hummus, creating a luscious combination of textures and flavors. By also adding olive oil, freshly chopped parsley, and an enticing blend of spices such as paprika, minced garlic, and, optionally, a dash of semi-hot pepper, this dish unfolds into a hearty and flavorful experience. Not only is hummus msabbaha an exquisite dip, but it’s also robust enough to be a meal on its own, ensuring a satisfying and delicious eating occasion every time. 

Ingredients

2 Servings

Hummus Msabbaha

1/2-1/3 cup (120-80g) hummus made according to the first hummus recipe

2 cups (330g) of fully-cooked chickpeas, very soft and steaming hot.

1 cup (240g) of pre-prepared tahini lightly spiced, without parsley and garlic

1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil

a few chopped parsley branches

some salt, paprika, fleshly minced garlic (and/or semi-hot pepper)

Preparation

1

Hummus Msabbaha

Step 1/2

Mix the hummus, the tahini, and the chickpeas in a bowl, then pour in the olive oil, and spread the parsley branches over the mixture.

Step 2/2

Season with salt, paprika, and throw in the minced garlic and/or a minced semi-hot pepper.

Cooking tips

  • tahini & olive oil

    If the tahini is dark or the olive oil has a more pronounced taste, use less of them.

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