I've been meaning to upload this recipe for ages - since I first tried it a couple of months ago.. it's the first hummus (*yummus) recipe I've found that works amazingly every time. FAILSAFE. This is inspired by The Happy Pear's recipe, check them out here - they have loads of awesome, simple vegan recipes on their channel 💚 Also if you get the chance to visit their restaurant in Greystones, Wicklow - do it! I just went at the weekend and I'm already planning my return 🌿
Most recipes I've tried in the past tended to have taste/texture issues - too lemony, too liquidy.. the list goes on! There are a couple of secrets to this recipe's success:
→WHIP IT: Start off with blending the lemon juice and tahini for about a minute until it has a whipped consistency. Doing this will yield a lighter, less dense hummus 👍
→DE-SHELL: This second step isn't necessary, especially if you don't mind a chunkier hummus..but if you're after a smooth, silky consistency - this is key. I've only actually done this for two batches. Cos I'm lazy 👀
Let me know what you think!
Ingredients:
- 400g tin of chickpeas, shelled if you want super smooth hummus!
- 3 tbsp of aquafaba (chickpea juice 😃 lol)
- 2 tbsp of tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 clove of garlic, peeled
- 1 tsp of salt
- ½ tsp of cumin
- Sprinkle of cayenne pepper
Method
Add tahini and lemon juice to blender/processor and blend for around a minute - until the consistency is 'whipped'. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until you reach desired consistency.
Enjoy - you will be addicted like me!
