Thursday, March 29, 2012

My Quest For Hummus Perfection Continues!


This batch came out really tasty, but the texture just isn’t there yet.  So, try again I will.  This is still good though :-)  (Sorry, no photos… I kinda forgot to take any.  Oops)

2 cups cooked chickpeas
¼ cup each fresh parsley and cilantro
1 TBSP dried basil
3 TBSP tahini
2 TBSP lemon juice
1 TBSP ground flax seed
1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
sea salt, to taste
½ cup water

Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender.  Process, adding more water if necessary, until desired consistency is reached.

Notes:
1.  I think I have to cook my chickpeas longer.  Next time I will make sure they’re a bit softer than they were.  I just REFUSE to use canned!
2.  I may also try using more olive oil and less water.  I think that will help smooth out the texture.
3.  And maybe next time I’ll have some fresh basil.  That would be awesome :-)

Great on sandwiches or crackers or use it as a dip with veggies… oh, the possibilities.

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