1 to 2medium-largegarlic cloves, finely minced (to taste)
3/4teaspoonground cumin
1/2teaspoonfine pink salt(I use Real Salt brand)
3 to 4tablespoonswater, as needed for texture
Instructions
In a large food processor fitted with an "S" blade, combine the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, 1 garlic clove, cumin, salt, and 3 tablespoons of water. Process until smooth, and add another tablespoon of water for a fluffier/softer texture. (The more water you add, the softer & smoother the dip will be.)
Taste and adjust any seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice or tahini, if desired. I usually add 1/4 teaspooon more salt, and sometimes another garlic clove, depending on who I am serving this to. (If it's just for me, I always use 2.) You can serve this right away, or store it in the fridge where it will thicken up a bit more.
Hummus can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. You can freeze anything you think you won't finish before then.
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Notes
To mellow the garlic flavor, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for a few minutes, before adding the garlic to the food processor.