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Hummus Beiruty

A spicy Lebanese chickpea dip blended with creamy tahini, garlic, fresh lemon juice, parsley, and minced chili peppers.

15 minEasyServes 6180 cal/serving

Middle EasternAppetizerBlenderVeganVegetarianMediterraneanHigh FiberLow CarbHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1/4 cup tahini paste
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 tbsp ice water
  • 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 1 Serrano chili, minced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add 1 can drained chickpeas, 1/4 cup tahini paste, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt to a high speed blender or food processor.

  2. 2

    Blend on high while slowly pouring in 2 tbsp ice water until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

  3. 3

    Add 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley and 1 minced Serrano chili, then pulse a few times to fold into the dip without fully pureeing.

  4. 4

    Transfer dip to a shallow bowl, create a well in the center, and drizzle with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil.

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Questions

What is Hummus Beiruty?

A spicy Lebanese chickpea dip blended with creamy tahini, garlic, fresh lemon juice, parsley, and minced chili peppers. This reference files it under Middle Eastern appetizer: made in a blender, rated easy and about 15 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for tahini in Hummus Beiruty?

The entry for Hummus Beiruty calls for 1/4 cup tahini paste. In its place: Unsweetened sunflower seed butter or cashew butter is the closest. Smooth natural peanut butter works where its flavor will not fight the dish.

Can I use dried beans instead of canned in Hummus Beiruty?

Yes. One 15-ounce can is about one and a half cups of cooked beans, which comes from a generous half cup dried. Soak them overnight and simmer until tender before you start the recipe. As written, the entry for Hummus Beiruty uses 1 can chickpeas, drained.

Is Hummus Beiruty keto-friendly?

A serving of Hummus Beiruty carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 5 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

Does Hummus Beiruty contain sesame?

Yes: 1/4 cup tahini paste. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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