Best Hummus Recipe?

Question

I have seen a lot of variations on the ratio of ingredients for making hummus. I know that you can add lots of yummy things like roasted peppers, herbs, etc. for variation. But, what's the best basic (or fancy) hummus recipe that you have ever made???

Answer 1

Hummus
2 cups canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), liquid reserved
2/3 cup tahini paste*
5 tablespoons olive oil , divided
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)


*You can make your own tahini paste in a food processor or blender by grinding toasted sesame seeds. Toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until golden brown, about 3 minutes.

In a food processor, puree the chickpeas, tahini, 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice and garlic until smooth, adding a little of the reserved liquid if the mixture seems too thick; it will be slightly grainy. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow bowl or plate. Combine the paprika and the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, drizzle the mixture over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve with pita bread triangles. Makes about 3 cups.

Answer 2

I like a combination of olive oil, tahini, chick peas, cumin, plain yogurt, garlic and lemon juice all placed together in a food processor.