# Basic Homemade Hummus

*Published:* 2024-02-29
*Author:* Aladdin's Team

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 Mediterranean Kitchen · Slow-CookedBasic Homemade Hummus
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Creamy, nutty, and perfectly balanced with lemon and garlic — this classic [hummus](https://aladdinshouston.com/product/classic-hummus/ "Order Hummus for catering") recipe is the same Mediterranean staple we prepare daily at Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine in Houston.

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 200



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The Recipe
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Cuisine Mediterranean





 

### Ingredients 1x2x3x



- 2 cups cooked chickpeas or one 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup tahini well-stirred
- 2 –3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 –2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 –4 tablespoons cold water or aquafaba chickpea cooking liquid





 

### Method

- If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them thoroughly. For even smoother hummus, remove the skins by gently rubbing the chickpeas between your hands or a kitchen towel.
- Combine tahini and lemon juice in a food processor and blend for about 1 minute until the mixture becomes light and creamy.
- Add garlic, cumin, and salt, and process for another 30 seconds.
- Add half the chickpeas and blend until incorporated, then add the remaining chickpeas.
- While the processor is running, slowly drizzle in olive oil and cold water until you achieve your desired consistency — smooth and creamy but still thick enough to hold its shape.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lemon juice, garlic, or salt to preference.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, create a well in the center with the back of a spoon, and drizzle with olive oil. Garnish with paprika, whole chickpeas, or fresh herbs if desired.





 

 



### Chef's Notes

For a restaurant-style presentation, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of paprika before serving. At Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine, we pair our creamy hummus with warm [pita bread](https://aladdinshouston.com/product/pita-bread/ "Order Pita Bread for catering") and crisp cucumber slices for a true taste of the Mediterranean.

Tip: For an ultra-smooth texture, peel the chickpeas before blending and use cold water or aquafaba to adjust the consistency.



Nutrition
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Estimated, per serving

 

200

Calories



4

Servings



Total Time 10 minutes minutes





Total Time



Halal

Certified



 



The kitchen behind the recipe
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This dish has been on our menu at Aladdin in Houston for nearly twenty years. Cook it at home wherever you are — and when you're in town, come taste the original.

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