Did You Know? Hummus dates back centuries in the Middle East, as early as the 13th century. Adding ice cubes while blending is a modern technique. The cold temperature helps combine the tahini and chickpeas, creating a smooth and whipped texture.
Ingredients
Hummus
- 1 lb Frozen Cooked Chickpeas
- 1 Cup Tahini
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- Juice of 2 Limes
- Salt, to taste
- 4 Ice Cubes
Pita Cups
- Pita Bread
- Olive Oil
- Pomegranate Molasses
- Roasted Pine Nuts
- Fresh Thyme
- Fresh Mint
Directions
- Add the chickpeas, tahini, cumin, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, and ice cubes to a food processor. Blend for 3 to 4 minutes, until smooth and creamy.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a cupcake tray with olive oil. Cut the pita bread into round circles and gently press them into the tray to form cup shapes. Spray the tops with olive oil.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Spread a thin layer of pomegranate molasses onto a serving plate. Arrange the crispy pita cups on top.
- Fill the hummus into a piping bag and fill each pita cup generously.
- Top with roasted pine nuts, fresh thyme, and fresh mint. Serve immediately.
by BitesAndLaughs