It’s been quite a while since I made homemade hummus. I think every time I’ve ever posted about hummus I instantly want to start talking about Trader Joe’s hummus. I love it! Or, loved it, I guess. (Nah, I still do.) The closest Trader Joe’s is over 3 hours away. But I’m not such a hummus snob that I don’t find other favorites no matter where I am. A girls gotta have her hummus fix.
But if you’re in the mood for a different or new flavor combo (I’m busy. I can’t write out the whole word) then try making your own. It’s super easy! I decided to try cilantro and hummus and it was awesome. Here’s what I made.
Cilantro & Ginger Hummus
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (you can use dry and cook your own too)
1/2 cup tahini
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup cilantro
juice from 1/2 a lemon
1/4 cup water (or reserve the chickpea cooking water if you use dry beans)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
First you need to peel off the chickpea skins. Don’t they look weird?! Like little snake skins or something…
In a food processor
blend the chickpeas until they are a coarse grain. Now add the tahini, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, cilantro and salt. Blend for a full minute or two. Now with the processor still running drizzle in the oil and then the water. For an even smoother, thinner consistency add more water.
I ate a whole bunch of this for lunch one day with some toasted naan. It would also be great on crackers, veggies or spread on a sandwich. Happy hummus making! xo. Emma
just curious- why do you peel the chickpeas? I make hummus all the time, but have never done this step. This looks delicious though- I’m looking forward to making it. Thanks!
I think I will try this but I’m just going to buy some plain hummus and add the cilantro and ginger!
I just made this and tastes delicious !! Perfect “tapa” for the snowy day here in Boston! Thanks!
I just made this, super yummy! has a real nice kick with the ginger and garlic. can add a bit more cilantro if you want, not too pungent at this amount. thanks for sharing this yummy hummus recipe!
I made it! It’s a win so much I’ve shared the recipe with three other women! Thanks!
Best. Hummus. Ever.
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Wow—this sounds soooo good!
What an awesome twist on regular hummus. I usually don’t deshell the chickpeas though. No need if you blend enough 🙂
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This looks so yummy! A must addition to my new health kick 🙂 x
cilantro in everything i say!
xo hailley.
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We need a Trader’s Joe’s in Springfield. Mama Jean’s is good but not the same.
Yum that looks delish! I’ve never tried it with cilantro before!
Reading this at lunchtime is very dangerous. I want this so bad haha.
Oh, this looks delightful. I am so tired of red pepper hummus and really all the store bought flavors. It’s time to make my own.
Monica.
Wow, this looks so amazing! you guys never fail to amaze me!
xo
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Looks so yummy! I have been craving Hummus and Guacamole all day and this has made it ten times worse! looks amazing!! xxxx
looks and sounds amazing! I love hummus so I’ll have to try this version soon.
I love hummus! This is such a nice twist 🙂 Thank you
wow – that looks so good – love humus too and that kind of seems to be very yummy….
* julia