Easy homemade hummus made from dried chickpeas using Sunbeam's Multicooker, smooth, creamy and perfect for dips, wraps and mezze platters.

You will need:

  • 6 cups water
  • 2 cups dried chickpeas
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ½ cup water
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Let's make it:

Step 1:

Place chickpeas and water in the cooking pot. Secure the lid. Ensure the steam release valve is in the seal (closed) position. Press BEANS/CHILLI, adjust the time to 45 minutes. Press START/STOP.

Step 2:

Once cooking has completed, and the pressure has released, set aside to cool. Drain. Place all remaining ingredients in food processor and process to form a smooth paste. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 3:
Store in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator for up to one week.