Hummus....

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  • OddChoices
    OddChoices Posts: 244 Member
    How does one make it on their own? That might be something I can handle LOL

    I make a pumpkin hummus.

    1 can pumkin
    2 tbsp tahini paste (roasted sesame paste you can find in any grocery store)
    Handful cilantro
    juice of half lemon
    1 tbsp crushed red pepper
    2-3 cloves garlic
    salt to taste

    Puree all ingredients. Keep refrigerated.
  • pstaceyca
    pstaceyca Posts: 306 Member
    Dip or I use it on sanwiches instead of mayo!
  • orangesmartie
    orangesmartie Posts: 1,870 Member
    With a spoon! i love hummous. Can't buy it because i eat it all in one go. My favourite is jalapeno hummous.

    When i do buy it, i second a lot of the suggestions, veggies, chips, crackers, pittas. I've also used it as the 'sauce' on a pizza dough. Big dollop on salad leaves.

    Spread some on bread, top with roasted veggies, make a sandwich. divine!
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    Today i had it with sweet chilli ryvitas! Yum! X
  • lausa22
    lausa22 Posts: 467 Member
    I have mine with carrots, breadsticks, on a wrap, a side dip for other food, mixed with cottage cheese on a sandwich...
  • superbeacon
    superbeacon Posts: 24
    I make hummus about every other day from whatever bean I happen to have cooked and lying around. I use it as a sauce, spread, dip...you name it!
  • devil_in_a_blue_dress
    devil_in_a_blue_dress Posts: 5,214 Member
    Good with roasted veggies! I mix 1/2 cup hummus with a head of roasted broccoli.
  • shellplen
    shellplen Posts: 31
    Where do you get tahini paste from, I've never seen it anywhere
  • _AllieCat_
    _AllieCat_ Posts: 515 Member
    I love it spread on toast, as a dip for carrots and tortilla chips, and in place of mayonnaise.
  • LeRevCooper
    LeRevCooper Posts: 122
    It's also good as a spread on a sandwich.
  • OddChoices
    OddChoices Posts: 244 Member
    Where do you get tahini paste from, I've never seen it anywhere

    In the US., at Whole foods, Earthfare, Krogers, Giant Eagle. Maranatha is a well known brand. You will find it generally where they keep peanut butter etc.

    Else try middle eastern grocery stores.
  • pronetocrash91
    pronetocrash91 Posts: 125 Member
    I like it with raw red pepper, baby carrots, bagel bites and pita chips.

    I'd love to learn how to make my own someday soon.
  • NoStoppingNow77
    NoStoppingNow77 Posts: 38 Member
    I've started cooking the beans in the slow cooker, takes about 3 hours. . A one pound bag will make a LOT of hummus. It's so much easier than doing it on the stove and I'm a cheapskate so I hate buying it in cans.
  • ashleycx
    ashleycx Posts: 9
    How do you make your own hummus?
  • likeschocolate
    likeschocolate Posts: 368 Member
    Add baby carrots!

    Also a decent substitute for mayo/etc. on some types of sandwiches.
  • kmccormick42
    kmccormick42 Posts: 78 Member
    One of my favorite snacks. I like to eat it on toasted pita bread or Stacy's Naked Pita Chips or when I'm really watching the calories, I eat it on cucumber slices.
  • idream2bgwen
    idream2bgwen Posts: 424 Member
    This is my go-to that I got from a friend:

    1 can chickpeas/garbonzo beans in water (preferably low-sodium/no salt added)
    1/4 c of water from the can
    juice from 1 lemon
    1 1/2 T tahini
    1 t minced garlic (or 2 garlic cloves, crushed)
    1/2 t salt
    2 T olive oil
    1 dash cayenne pepper, or to taste

    Drain peas/beans except 1/4 c into measuring cup. Combine all ingredients into blender or food processor, including reserved water. Blend well for 3-5 minutes or until smooth.


    I also just tried a new one that's flavored with sweet corn and roasted jalapeno: http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/05/sweet-corn-roasted-jalapeno-hummus/

    YAY! I have everything here. Guess who is making hummus tonight!!!
  • anonniemouse
    anonniemouse Posts: 117 Member
    Dip for carrots, with baked tortilla chips, sandwich spread, mixed with tuna or chicken in place of mayo for salads, and this recipe - which is absolutely AMAZING http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/hummus-crusted-chicken/

    hummus-crusted chicken sounds (and looks) delicious
  • jaxxie
    jaxxie Posts: 576 Member
    How does one make it on their own? That might be something I can handle LOL

    You can check out epicurious.com for fantastic recipes. I honestly don't know what it doesn't go with. I even use it to dip my hot air popcorn in! Enjoy and Bon Appetite!
  • Paganrosemama
    Paganrosemama Posts: 86 Member
    I have used plain Hummus as a substitute for cream cheese in a taco dip, Mixed with taco seasoning, there is very little difference. My vegan friends loved it!
  • shellplen
    shellplen Posts: 31
    Thanks I'll try my local health food shop, I've never seen it in the supermarket.
  • shellplen
    shellplen Posts: 31
    This is my go-to that I got from a friend:

    1 can chickpeas/garbonzo beans in water (preferably low-sodium/no salt added)
    1/4 c of water from the can
    juice from 1 lemon
    1 1/2 T tahini
    1 t minced garlic (or 2 garlic cloves, crushed)
    1/2 t salt
    2 T olive oil
    1 dash cayenne pepper, or to taste

    Drain peas/beans except 1/4 c into measuring cup. Combine all ingredients into blender or food processor, including reserved water. Blend well for 3-5 minutes or until smooth.


    I also just tried a new one that's flavored with sweet corn and roasted jalapeno: http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/05/sweet-corn-roasted-jalapeno-hummus/

    YAY! I have everything here. Guess who is making hummus tonight!!!
    Is the T. Teaspoon or tablespoon?
  • bdtyson77302
    bdtyson77302 Posts: 86 Member
    I mash up the chick peas and add salsa...it's delicious!!
  • mmddwechanged
    mmddwechanged Posts: 1,687 Member
    I'll eat it with anything!
    Names a good sandwich spread too:)
  • Alta2000
    Alta2000 Posts: 655 Member
    Thanks I'll try my local health food shop, I've never seen it in the supermarket.

    I assume you are in the UK? Try local Middleeastern, or Greek, food shops, they would definitely have it. In the USA almost all supermarkets have it, usually near the health food or middle east sections. The halva bars that they sell everywhere are made of tahini and the same companies make the tahini jars as well.
  • rel12345
    rel12345 Posts: 34 Member
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  • Corjogo
    Corjogo Posts: 201 Member
    I make hummus about every other day from whatever bean I happen to have cooked and lying around. I use it as a sauce, spread, dip...you name it!

    I'M WITH YOU!!
  • Mikaylajayney
    Mikaylajayney Posts: 7 Member
    What do YOU do with it? I bought some for the first time tonight on a recommendation of a co-worker...but really don't know what to do with it....

    If you like hummus you should try out roasted chickpeas. Take the can, drain it, spread out the chickepeas on a cookie sheet. Season them with whatever you want (hot sauce is great, garlic and Parmesan is also fabulous... I want to try sesame next...) and bake them for 40-45 minutes.

    They're all soft in the middle, and toasty on the outside and make a GREAT evening snack. They also travel well, and taste good cold. Keep in mind I said "good" cold... not "amazing" cold. But I sure like them either way.

    Some restaurants will have deep friend Chickpeas on their menu. While I'm sure this detracts from some of the healthy properties of these amazing little beans they are AMAZING!!!!!

    Also, marinated Chickpea salad. So good!

    If you're on Pinterest (which you should be... the recipes!!!) do a search for chickpeas!

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