Tahini n Hummus

Everytime I make these at home, either I forget to note down the measurements of ingredients or forget to click pictures. But this I decided to do both and here is my version of a very simple tahini paste and hummus. Hummus is actually a very healthy dip with the goodness and protein of chickpeas. Its an ideal dip with sliced vegetables or bread sticks.

Ingredients:

For the Tahini:

• Unpolished sesame seeds 2 tbsp
• Olive oil 1-2 tbsp
• Salt a pinch

For the hummus:

• Tahini paste 1 tbsp
• Cooked chickpeas 1/2 cup
• Garlic 1-2 cloves
• Olive oil 1-2 tbsp
• Paprika/red chili powder for garnish
• Lime juice 1-2 tsp

Method:

To make Tahini:

• Pulse together the sesame seeds, salt and the oil in a blender.
• Scrape the sides of the mixer and blend everything into a fine and smooth paste.
• Store in airtight containers. This will last for more than a month inside the refrigerator.
• Use it to make hummus or use as a dip.

To make hummus:

• Drain the water from the cooked chickpeas.
• Add tahini paste and lime juice in a clean mixer jar and pulse for few seconds.
• Now add the chickpeas, garlic and salt and pulse for a minute.
• Scrape the sides and add oil and pulse again.
• If the mixture appears very dry, add 1-2 tablespoon of warm water and pulse again till you get a smooth paste.
• Garnish with paprika powder and few drops of olive oil
• Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
• Use it with pita bread or use a dip for picked carrots, beetroot or cucumber or use it with lavash or bread sticks.