Hummus
Hummus
Hummus (pronunciation: /ˈhʊm.əs/ or /ˈhʌm.əs/) is a popular dish originating from the Middle East. It is a spread or dip made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.
Etymology
The word "hummus" comes from the Arabic word حُمُّص (ḥummuṣ) which means "chickpeas". The complete name of the prepared spread in Arabic is حُمُّص بِالطَحِينَة (ḥummuṣ bi ṭaḥīna) which means "chickpeas with tahini".
Ingredients
Hummus is primarily made from chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans. The chickpeas are cooked and then blended to create a smooth paste. Tahini, a paste made from sesame seeds, is then added to the chickpea paste. The mixture is then flavored with lemon juice and garlic. Some variations may include additional ingredients such as olive oil, paprika, or parsley.
Related Terms
- Chickpeas: A type of legume that is high in protein. Chickpeas are the primary ingredient in hummus.
- Tahini: A paste made from sesame seeds. Tahini is a key ingredient in hummus.
- Garlic: A species in the onion genus, Allium. Garlic is used to flavor hummus.
- Lemon Juice: The juice of a lemon, a fruit from the citrus family. Lemon juice is used to flavor hummus.
See Also
- Baba Ghanoush: A dish similar to hummus, made from eggplant instead of chickpeas.
- Falafel: A deep-fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both.
- Tzatziki: A Greek sauce served with grilled meats or as a dip. Tzatziki is made of salted strained yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and herbs such as dill, mint, parsley and thyme.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hummus
- Wikipedia's article - Hummus
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