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Hummus Variations and How To make Fork Impressions of Paprika/Spice on Hummus (Garnish Hummus)
Try these Hummus variations, a Coriander and Mint Hummus, then a Beetroot Hummus. Both Using the basic tradtional hummus as a base starting point.
Pinch and a Punch for the 8th month…
#HELLOAUGUST … In the Southern Hemisphere…AUGUST IS LIKE THE SUNDAY OF WINTER!!! 😆
The spiralling and dizzying speed at which the days and months are going by is unbelievable, been 1 month already since moving house… even my Hummus took on a spiralling/dizzying look, as I get a little more familiar with my new kitchen😜
Basically, I make a batch of my Traditional EASY HUMMUS … then portion that out into half, and serve one as the regular traditional hummus , and then I like to add a little something more to the other half portion, to make for a varied taste explosion. This also makes for an interesting variety on your mezze platter. If you having a larger gathering of people, You could do a whole batch of each variation, But for a few people, using a portion of regular hummus 2 ways, is a perfect solution.
I quiet enjoy the Coriander and Mint Hummus (Parsley and Mint also works well), and a Beetroot Hummus Variation.
The Coriander and Mint Hummus, is almost similar in taste to the GREEN PEANUT CHUTNEY I SHARED RECENTLY, This is a GREAT alternative if you are allergic to nuts. With the beetroot hummus, look forward to a whimsical pink hummus, that has delicious earthy favour tones.
Ever since I have last posted my EASY HUMMUS, I have been inundated with queries, on how to make those markings on the hummus. It does look lovely doesn’t it? So, On this Blog Post, a little further down, I share with you my SECRET TIP on HOW TO GO ABOUT MAKING THOSE. I too had always wondered about that, when I used to marvel at how smart the Hummus Dishs were, when we enjoyed them in the Middle East. So one day, I curiously decided to give a few techniques a try to get those impressions onto Hummus. Now you too, can do the same.😉
What is your favourite way to enjoy this classic Mediterranean/Arabic Mezze ? .
I have served this Hummus 2 Ways, with a side of Za’taar encrusted Naan Flatbreads. With that too, I used my regular Naan Flatbread recipe, with the za’taar variation . You can find that Recipe HERE . If you thought these hummus and other mezze could only be enjoyed with pita, then you will also love the warm, soft and dreamy feel, from a naan flatbread too.
Happy Mezze Making
Love Marriam
EASY HUMMUS (CHICKPEA DIP)
Servings: 4-6
Difficulty: easy
Author: FOODEVA MARSAY
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Ingredients
1 x 410g can Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
1/4 cup Tahini Paste
1 Tablespoon Garlic Chopped/Paste
1/4 teaspoon Cumin Powder
Juice of 1 Lemon
4 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Water (or more)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
• Add all the ingredients to a food processor.
• Grind all the ingredients until a smooth paste is achieved, adding a little more water if need be to help the pulsing movement of the food processor.
• Adjust salt if you need, Scoop out into a deep bowl, and drizzle in more Olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika
Hummus is ready to be enjoyed with a side of fresh, warm flat breads or pita.
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CORIANDER AND MINT HUMMUS VARIATION
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INGREDIENTS
1/2 Portion of the above EASY HUMMUS
1 Cup of Fresh Coriander Leaves
2 Sprigs of Mint Leaves
1 drop of Green Food Colouring (optional)
~ Make up 1 Batch of Traditional EASY HUMMUS
~ Portion the Hummus batch into Halves
~ Serve One Half as is, the traditional way.
~ Leave the Other Half batch of hummus, in the food processor
~ Add in the coriander and mint
~ Add in the drop of Food colouring (if Using) and Blend all these well, until a smooth paste is achieved.
~ Scoop this into a bowl, drizzle on more olive oil and a dusting of paprika or chilli flakes
NOTE by FOODEVA MARSAY
~ Try the above variation with Parsley and Mint, follow same technique. To make a whole Batch of just this variation, then simply up the amounts of coriander and mint, the rest of the ingredients remain the same.
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EASY BEETROOT HUMMUS VARIATION
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INGREDIENTS
1/2 Portion of the above EASY HUMMUS
4-5 slices of Pickled Beetroot
~ Make up a batch of Traditional EASY HUMMUS
~ Portion the Hummus batch into Halves
~ Serve one half as is, the traditional way
~ Leave the other half batch in the food processor
~ Add in the Beetroot slices, that have dabbed of excess pickle juices.
~ Blend well until a smooth paste is achieved.
~ Scoop this into a bowl, drizzle on more olive oil, and a dusting of paprika
NOTE by FOODEVA MARSAY
~ This is my easy option to make beetroot hummus. The regular way would be to steam or ROAST 1-2 small beetroots, until soft and add to the blender. To make a whole batch, simply Up the Amount of Beetroot slices, The rest of the ingredients remain the same.
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There are tons of variations to use for Hummus, and I will share my ways as I make them:-)
NOW…THIS IS HOW I MAKE THOSE PAPRIKA IMPRESSIONS ON MY HUMMUS, that so many of you have requested from me… GIVE IT A TRY SOMETIME, AND DO DROP ME YOUR PICTURE FEEDBACKS OR COMMENTS.
DIY- How To Make Fork Impressions of Paprika/Spice on Hummus (Garnish Hummus)
Author: Foodeva Marsay (@foodeva_marsay)
www.marriamsayed.com
~ Slightly oil the back of a fork
~ Place Paprika/spice into a shallow saucer
~ firmly press the oiled fork into paprika/spice, so it coats the back of fork tines/ prongs
~ now carefully , with light pressure, impression the paprika/spice onto the hummus surface , ONCE ONLY
~ Wipe the fork with paper towel and repeat above as many times as you need to make impressions.
~ By oiling the fork surface, allows for the paprika/spice to better adhere to the fork. Always wipe the fork clean each time, as you will get hummus onto fork and then into paprika.
Happy Mezze Making
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Do share your feedback if you try this…
