Fun with Chickpeas - Homemade Hummus

Saturday, November 13, 2010 Anya 3 Comments

Chickpeas are something that came into my life here in the US. Known in Germany as 'Kichererbse' they haven't really shown up in my families food life before and if I remember it correctly the only time I held one in my hand was when we went fishing. :)) I am not sure whether Germans are not to fond of the chickpea or whether it's considered fish food more than anything..maybe it's just my family. I am very thankful that I have chickpeas in my life now, nevertheless. I really embrace the new culinary possibilities that opened up for me here and I try to embrace them.

I think I probably tried Hummus for the first time a year or so ago. It's a very healthy spread for fresh bread or pita chips for example. The store bought kind is pretty good, especially from the San Diego Farmer's Markets here in town, but nothing is better than home-made, when you know what's in there.


It's great with flat-bread too or fresh whole-wheat toast. I know, I know - it looks funny - but trust me, it's a great addition to your pita chips or bread if you feel snacky and it's healthy too! It's the first time that I used Sesame Tahini, which is great! The smell of it - oh baby. You can find it in health or international stores, usually in the same aisle that has peanut butter or bread spreads of all sorts.


This is the very basic recipe and it can be spiced up or changed with extra ingredients like black beans or red peppers for example. The recipe that I used can be found here.

Have you tried Hummus yet? Any other good recipes that you have tried? 

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3 comments:

  1. Hey! Chick peas (or laughing peas as they've been translated in Indian restaurants in Germany) are awesome. Hummus is divine. I always add a bit of sour cream, chick pea juice, and an itty bit of harissa. I bet Cali has great hummus...

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  2. Hi Julie,

    I use some cickpea juice too. Not sure I know what harissa is? Cali has great hummus, yes - I'm totally into it and so happy that I got my hubby to try it too. :D My next test run will be with red pepper I think. It's great to read about your life in Germany. Takes me home..you know. :)

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  3. Ha! Ha! I know the feeling ;-). Loved the "Backerbsen" post today; they are awesome!! Harissa is a chili paste. Your folks can find it over here I'm sure (Turkish stores); sooo good! Happy 2011.

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