Lebanese Spicy Sumac-Kissed Hummus with Pomegranate Seeds

Name: Lebanese Spicy Sumac-Kissed Hummus with Pomegranate Seeds
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Chickpeas; Fresh lemon juice; Tahini; Garlic clove; Olive oil; Ground cumin; Sumac; Cayenne pepper; Salt; Sumac; Pomegranate seeds; Olive oil; Fresh parsley; Warm pita bread; Fresh vegetable sticks

Vibrant, spicy hummus with a tangy twist.

Dive into a classic Lebanese hummus with a fiery kick, finished with a splash of zesty sumac and a scatter of juicy pomegranate seeds. Perfect for any gathering or as a standalone indulgence.

30 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Hummus

Chickpeas

2 cups, canned, drained and rinsed

Fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup (about 1 large lemon)

Tahini

1/4 cup

Garlic clove

1 clove, minced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Ground cumin

1 teaspoon

Sumac

1 teaspoon

Cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Salt

To taste

For the Garnish

Sumac

1 tablespoon

Pomegranate seeds

1/4 cup

Olive oil

Drizzle

Fresh parsley

Handful, chopped

For Accompaniments

Warm pita bread

Fresh vegetable sticks

Carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers

Preparation

Blending the Hummus

Combine tahini and lemon juice

In a food processor, combine the tahini and lemon juice. Process for about 1 minute until smooth.

Be sure to use fresh sumac for the most vibrant flavor.

Add oil and spices

Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper to the mixture. Process until well combined.

Process chickpeas

Add the chickpeas and process for another minute or until the hummus is thick and creamy. Add water if needed to achieve desired consistency. Season with salt.

Ensure the chickpeas are thoroughly rinsed to avoid a metallic taste.

Preparing the Garnish

Mix sumac and seeds

In a small mixing dish, combine the sumac and pomegranate seeds.

Chop parsley

Chop the parsley finely and set aside.

Cooking Process

Blending

Use high speed until smooth.

Adjusting seasoning

Taste and add more cayenne for extra heat if desired.

Garnishing

Carefully layer garnishes for visual appeal.

Plating & Serving