hummus is the perfect frugal snack because it's not only cheap – it's healthy, too! Garbanzo beans are loaded with inexpensive, lean protein. This is a good basic recipe. You can adjust as you like it, adding roasted red peppers, more or less garlic, or playing with my personal favorite – cumin.
- 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained; reserve 1/2 C. liquid
- 1/4 C. tahini (sesame paste, found in the organic aisle of most grocery stores)
- 1/4 C. lemon juice
- 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1/4 C. fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
Puree all ingredients using a stick blender or food processor. Variation: omit cumin and cilantro and add 1/4 C. roasted red peppers. Serve as a spread or with pita chips.
I make mine pretty much the same way. I got the recipe years ago from a lady whose husband was from the Middle East. I was standing in line at the grocery store and had some pre-made hummus in my cart. She told me I could make it cheaper and better myself & offered to e-mail me the recipe. She did and I’ve been making it for my husband ever since. He loves it!
Just made this and it turned really good! Unfortunately, I had to omit the cilantro b/c I didn’t have any. I’m still very pleased with it. Any tips or tricks to manage tahini that is emulsified or really hard?