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Shio-koji Hummus

Course Appetiser, Snack
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

The Base

  • 200 g chickpeas (cooked/tinned, unsalted and drained)
  • 30 g white tahini
  • 30 g shio-koji

Aromatics

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1-2 crushed garlic gloves (adjust depending on your love of garlic!)
  • Pinch cumin powder
  • 1 small ice cube
  • 2 tbsp olive oli (extra virgin)

To Serve

  • Handful whole chickpeas (a few reserved from the tin
  • olive oil for drizzling (extra virgin)
  • Pinch paprika powder
  • 1 sprig finely chopped parsley

For Dipping

  • carrots, cucumber batons, or warm pita bread

Instructions
 

  • Start the Base: Place the drained chickpeas, tahini, and shio-koji into a blender or food processor. Blitz until the mixture begins to break down.
  • Add Flavour: Add the lemon juice, garlic, and cumin powder. Blitz again until combined.
  • The Secret Step: Drop in the ice cube and blend on high. The ice helps emulsify the fats and aerate the mixture, resulting in a much smoother, paler, and creamier hummus.
  • Emulsify: Finally, pour in the 2 tablespoons of olive oil while the blender is running to achieve a glossy finish.
  • Plate Up: Dollop the hummus onto a serving dish. Use the back of a spoon to create a swirl or a well in the centre.
  • Garnish and Serve: Decorate with the reserved chickpeas, a generous drizzle of olive oil, and a dusting of paprika and parsley.