The Classic Hummus Decoded
One of the many culinary delights that have come our way from the Middle East is the hummus. An earthy, simple dip, the hummus is widely popular across the world. A classic hummus recipe has chickpeas, or what we commonly know as kabuli chana, even chhole. To this are added tahini paste (made from sesame), garlic and olive oil with some lemon juice to balance out the flavour. And of course, now leading sauces and condiments companies offering hummus in ready to eat versions, you can enjoy this popular condiment at home without having to make any effort at all. The ingredients of hummus not only give it its distinct earthy taste but also add to the high nutritional value that this dip is so famous for. This is a distinctly plant based food that is perfect for all diets and is being made available online and in retail stores by leading hummus brands in India too for those who want to experiment with new flavours when on a vegetarian or vegan diet. Those who want to try the hummus di...