Chickpeas puree and tahini - hummus bi tahini
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Chickpeas puree and tahini - hummus bi tahini
The most famous Lebanese appetizer of all times! It consists of pureed chickpeas blended with tahini - sesame paste -, garlic and lemon juice. It is served with a drizzle of olive oil and pita bread.
Ingredient
Food ration :
4 persons
Cooking time :
10 minutes
Cooking instructions
* Step 1
Drain the chickpeas and blend them in a food processor until you get a smooth paste.
* Step 2
In a big bowl, dilute the tahini paste with 1 tablespoon of warm water. Add the crushed garlic, lemon juice and salt. Mix well until you get a whitish liquid sauce.
* Step 3
Add the chickpeas paste to the sauce and mix well. Adjust lemon juice and salt to taste.
* Step 4
Serve in a shallow dish with a drizzle of olive oil and pita bread.
* Step 5
Garnish with mint leaves, a sprinkle of cumin or some whole chickpeas.
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