Hodas Authentic Hummus
Experience the rich, velvety taste of Hoda's Authentic Hummus, a timeless Middle Eastern recipe made from scratch for maximum flavor and smoothness. This ultra-creamy dish starts with dried chickpeas, soaked overnight and cooked to perfection with a touch of baking soda for unbeatable tenderness. Blended with tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of ground cumin, every bite bursts with flavor while maintaining a silky, airy texture. Perfect as a dip for warm pita, crisp veggies, or as a staple in your mezze platter, this homemade hummus is topped with a drizzle of olive oil and optional garnishes like paprika or parsley. With just 15 minutes of prep time (after soaking and cooking), this authentic hummus is easy to make and utterly irresistible—a true crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup tahini
- 0.25 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2-4 tablespoons water (cold)
Instructions
1. Rinse the dried chickpeas thoroughly and place them in a large bowl. Cover with plenty of water and let them soak overnight (8–12 hours).
2. Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas. Add them to a medium pot with 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Toast on medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring to coat the chickpeas with baking soda evenly.
3. Add enough water to cover the chickpeas by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 45–60 minutes, skimming any foam or skins that rise to the surface. The chickpeas should be very soft and almost falling apart.
4. Drain the cooked chickpeas, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Rinse the chickpeas under cold water to cool them down and remove additional skins for a smoother texture.
5. In a food processor, combine the tahini, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
6. Add the cooked chickpeas to the food processor in batches, blending well after each addition. Use the reserved cooking liquid or cold water (2–4 tablespoons) to adjust the consistency to your liking.
7. Blend for at least 3–5 minutes, scraping down the sides as necessary, until the hummus is ultrasmooth and creamy.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, lemon juice, or cumin as desired.
9. Serve immediately, drizzled with olive oil and garnished with paprika, parsley, or whole chickpeas. Enjoy with fresh pita, vegetables, or as part of a mezze platter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3803 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9512 mg | 732% | |
| Iron | 42871.5 mg | 238175% | |
| Potassium | 2376 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
