Homemade autumnal Hummus
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 150 g tinned chickpeas drained and strained
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 ½ tbsp. tahini paste
- ¼ tsp sesame seed oil
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 tsp smoked paprika + extra to serve
- 50 ml light olive oil extra if needed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 200 g mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic sliced
- 1 tbsp mixed seeds
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
- Salt and Pepper
- Isles of Crackers black olives crackers
Instructions
- First prepare the hummus, Drain the chickpeas and place them in a blender or food processor. Process the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini paste, sesame seed oil, garlic, paprika, and olive oil for 3-5 minutes until thoroughly mixed and smooth. Once smooth check for seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add extra olive oil and some of the liquid from chickpeas to obtain the correct consistency. Transfer into a serving container, creating a grouve to hold the mushrooms and keep aside.
- Next, over high heat, sear drizzle some oil and add the mushroom. Sauté for 2 minutes to colour then add the butter, garlic, mixed seeds and let the butter foam and glaze the mushrooms for a further 2-3 minutes. Check ther seasoning and remove from the heat. Spoon the mushroom on the hummus and add the cooking butter too to add extra flavours.
- Sprinkle some parsley and decorate with the crackers. Enjoy immediately while the mushroom are still warm.
Keyword Kevin Dundon, starter, Wexford Food Producer Network