Make Your Own Hummus - Basic Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, preferably organic
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 2-4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder (I used Penzey's Balti curry powder)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne or red chili powder
• 1 lime, juice of, to taste
• 1 lemon, juice of, to taste
• 1/4-1/2 cup fresh parsley or fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Sauté the onions in the oil for about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add minced garlic and spices and sauté another 2 minutes or until fragrant.

3. 3

   Be sure to keep stirring to avoid sticking or the garlic getting too dark.

4. 4

   Drain the chickpeas, reserving their liquid.

5. 5

   Add them to a blender or food processor with just enough liquid to blend.

6. 6

   If using a blender, like I have, be patient, and keep scraping down the sides.

7. 7

   Once chickpeas are somewhat smooth, add the sautéed onion, garlic and spice mixture from the stove and blend until combined.

8. 8

   Scrape into a bowl and add lime/lemon juice if using, and fold in fresh parsley or cilantro.

9. 9

   Serve with grilled pita or as a dip for fresh veggies.