My sons all have severe allergies to several foods, especially nuts and seeds. My son Dante in particular was the first to be rushed to the hospital at age 1 with a horrible reaction to Tahini (sesame paste). It was a very painful and challenging adjustment as we discovered food after food how much we needed to avoid to keep them safe.
Tahini is an ingredient found in many Middle Eastern Foods in particular, but I have adjusted so many delicious recipes without it! Hummus is the main dish containing tahini that is known all over the world.
My Hummus has seen many transformations over the years, and it is on the top 3 foods my family requests often, and one that I enjoy bringing to pot-lucks! I have a large variety of recipes for hummus, and the one requested tonight in particular is Cilantro Hummus!
I usually soak my garbanzo beans 48 - 52 hours (draining, rinsing and changing the water every 8 hours) but you can very well prepare them the way you usually do or use canned beans if you prefer!
Tahini is an ingredient found in many Middle Eastern Foods in particular, but I have adjusted so many delicious recipes without it! Hummus is the main dish containing tahini that is known all over the world.
My Hummus has seen many transformations over the years, and it is on the top 3 foods my family requests often, and one that I enjoy bringing to pot-lucks! I have a large variety of recipes for hummus, and the one requested tonight in particular is Cilantro Hummus!
I usually soak my garbanzo beans 48 - 52 hours (draining, rinsing and changing the water every 8 hours) but you can very well prepare them the way you usually do or use canned beans if you prefer!
Ingredients:
- 5 cups cooked garbanzo beans (chick peas)
- 7 to 8 garlic cloves
- salt and pepper
- big bunch of cilantro (washed, save some for garnish)
- extra virgin olive oil (I eye ball the quantity based on the need, just have your olive oil bottle by your side!)
- cumin (1 TBSP)
- cayenne (optional as much as you like)
- garbanzo water (if needed)
- 1 large lemon (fresh squeezed juice)
Directions:
I throw everything in the the food processor on high. I pause and check texture and add whatever liquid I choose if needed (more oil, more lemon if you like it tangy or just plain water). If you prefer chunky hummus, omit or minimize the water - if you prefer it creamy add more liquid and mix longer.
When it's ready garnish with chopped cilantro, olive oil and cayenne (or paprika if you don't want it spicy).
Serve with pita bread, crackers, corn chips, and FRESH VEGGIES!!! I would recommend refrigeration overnight, but served right away is also yummy!
Buon Appetito!
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- 7 to 8 garlic cloves
- salt and pepper
- big bunch of cilantro (washed, save some for garnish)
- extra virgin olive oil (I eye ball the quantity based on the need, just have your olive oil bottle by your side!)
- cumin (1 TBSP)
- cayenne (optional as much as you like)
- garbanzo water (if needed)
- 1 large lemon (fresh squeezed juice)
Directions:
I throw everything in the the food processor on high. I pause and check texture and add whatever liquid I choose if needed (more oil, more lemon if you like it tangy or just plain water). If you prefer chunky hummus, omit or minimize the water - if you prefer it creamy add more liquid and mix longer.
When it's ready garnish with chopped cilantro, olive oil and cayenne (or paprika if you don't want it spicy).
Serve with pita bread, crackers, corn chips, and FRESH VEGGIES!!! I would recommend refrigeration overnight, but served right away is also yummy!
Buon Appetito!
*If you'd like to sign up for the e-mailing list, please contact me at: faulkdickerson@gmail.com :)
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