February 27, 2018
The Real Deal Hummus Recipe
I pretty much ALWAYS make my own hummus. You might think I do this because I’m trying to be a health freak & prefer eating my own, homemade badass delight – but you’re wrong. I make hummus at home because the containers of hummus at the store are either too much money, too small, or yes – full of crap. Also, I always have the ingredients at home so I make it when I want it. I don’t typically crave hummus while grocery shopping
I pretty much ALWAYS make my own hummus. You might think I do this because I’m trying to be a health freak & prefer eating my own, homemade badass delight – but you’re wrong. I make hummus at home because the containers of hummus at the store are either too much money, too small, or yes – full of crap. Also, I always have the ingredients at home so I make it when I want it. I don’t typically crave hummus while grocery shopping.
When we were in Dubai, we stalked up on the largest jar of Tahini we could find. The Middle East has Tahini everywhere & it’s affordable, so Wafiq’s mom made sure we brought a HUGE jar home with us. While we were on the subject of Tahini she asked me what I use it for & I explained hummus. She casually said “ooOOo yes, easy. very easy hummus. A little beans, oil, yogurt…” Excuse me… what? Yogurt?
The secret ingredient: yogurt!
What the hell was I thinking before with my regular, rookie hummus? This is the real deal right here, hummus w/yogurt. The difference – besides the slightly added flavor, the hummus turns out smoother w/a little added fluff.
I’ve been making a batch at home once a week since I’ve been back… (am I going to get fat?) Because hummus goes with everything! Sandwiches, veggies, chips, crackers, pita, salad.