This recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic hummus, enhancing its flavor and texture for a truly satisfying experience.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess salt and starch.
Rinsing canned chickpeas can reduce their sodium content and improve the flavor.
In a blender, combine the garlic, tahini, and salt, blending until smooth.
Blending these ingredients first ensures a creamy base for the hummus.
Add the chickpeas to the blender in batches, blending until incorporated.
Adding chickpeas in portions prevents overloading the blender and ensures a smooth texture.
Squeeze the lemon juice into the blender and blend again.
Roll the lemon on the counter before juicing to extract more juice.
Gradually add water to achieve your desired consistency, blending after each addition.
Adding water slowly allows you to control the thickness of the hummus.
Transfer the hummus to a serving plate, spreading it evenly and creating a slight well in the center.
Creating a well in the hummus helps hold the olive oil and garnishes.
Drizzle olive oil over the hummus, then sprinkle with paprika and parsley.
Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
Serve the hummus with your choice of accompaniments, such as pita bread or vegetable sticks.
Lightly toast pita bread for added texture and flavor.