Recipe
Quick Canned-Chickpea Hommos
Fast, simple and dependable.
Ingredients
- 2 x 400g cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 120g tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2–5 tbsp water
- Salt
- Olive oil
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Method
Step 1
Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly and simmer them for 10 minutes to soften further.
Step 2
Blend until smooth.
Step 3
Add tahini, lemon and garlic and blend.
Step 4
Add water gradually until creamy.
Step 5
Taste, season and serve.
What makes it work?
The goal is balance: creamy chickpeas, rich sesame, bright acidity and controlled garlic. Taste as you go rather than relying on a fixed ratio.
Serving tip
Serve fresh, spread into a shallow bowl, then finish with a little olive oil and your preferred garnish.