Authentic Middle Eastern Hummus (Chummus)

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Authentic chummus is very different and SO much tastier than its American counterpart. This chummus is creamy and delicate in taste rather than overpowered with garlic or thick and pasty. It is eaten warm, fresh, and as a whole meal spread out in a dish and drizzled with fresh olive oil. It is scooped up with pita, raw onion slices, or just a fork. Do NOT use canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)!

Submitted by Simone

Updated on July 27, 2024

close up view of Middle Eastern Hummus (Chummus) in a black bowl, served with radishes, endives and carrots on a platter

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

3 cups dry garbanzo beans, soaked overnight
1 pinch baking soda (Optional)
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¾ cup tahini paste
¼ cup fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
1 large clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Directions

Rinse the garbanzo beans and and place in a pot. Fill with enough water to cover by at least 1 inch. Add baking soda, if using. Bring to a boil and then simmer over medium heat until the beans are very soft, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Drain the beans, reserving some of the water to use later. Reserve a small handful of the whole beans for a garnish. Transfer the rest to a blender or if you have a hand blender, a large bowl. Blend the beans until smooth, adding 1/2 cup of olive oil gradually. Add some of the reserved water if needed to help it blend. Add the tahini and blend in along with the lemon juice. Blend in the garlic, cumin, and salt.
Spread the hummus into a flat serving dish and garnish with the reserved beans and a drizzle of olive oil.

Cook’s Note

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best results. Add more lemon juice or garlic incrementally to suit your taste.

Add enough hot water when blending so that the chummus becomes a smooth, rather thick dip rather than a clumpy paste. For a fresher taste, use fresh, hot water to thin instead of the bean soaking liquid.

Chummus has a tendency to thicken up as it cools and water can be added later if desired. This chummus freezes very well and tastes fresh when defrosted.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

551	Calories
32g	Fat
51g	Carbs
18g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 551
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32g	41%
Saturated Fat 4g	22%
Sodium 79mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 51g	19%
Dietary Fiber 15g	54%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 18g	37%
Vitamin C 7mg	7%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 765mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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