Toasted Sesame Hummus Recipe • My Pocket Kitchen (2024)

Hummus makes the perfect dip for veggies or pita bread, adding some protein to snack time! If you love chickpeas as much as I do you might want to try my Greek Inspired Chickpea Salad or this Easy Chickpea and Tempeh Curry.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Nutritious: Chickpeas are a great source of protein and fiber, and tahini and olive oil add healthy fats making hummus an excellent choice for a snack or addition to meals.

Easy to prepare: This hummus recipe comes together in 15 minutes or less. All you need is a blender or food processor.

Flexible Flavours: You can play around with the ingredients to make this recipe suit your own personal preferences.

Freezer Friendly: Hummus freezes perfectly so make a big batch and stock the freezer.

Economical: Homemade hummus is easier on the pocket book than store bought brands.

🥘Ingredients and Substitutions

Here's what you will need to make this recipe. For quantities see the recipe card below.

Chickpeas - Hummus is always made with chickpeas but if you want to substitute for a different bean I recommend white kidney or Navy beans.

Tahini - You can make hummus without tahini, especially with the added sesame oil and seeds in this recipe. You can also substitute with sunflower butter.

Garlic - Fresh garlic can be omitted or if you love garlic you can add more! You can also substitute with ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.

Toasted Sesame oil - Toasted sesame oil has a dark, caramel colour with a deep, rich flavour. Regular sesame oil is extracted from raw sesame seeds and is great for cooking as it has a high smoke point. Regular sesame oil can be used in this recipe but it won't add much extra flavour.

Black and white sesame seeds - You can use all white or all black. I had them both on hand so chose a combo.

Cumin and cayenne pepper - Cumin isn't an ingredient used in classic hummus so feel free to leave it out. I like the extra layer of earthiness it adds. Cayenne pepper can be left out if you aren't into the heat. Or add some extra if you want spicy hummus.

🔪How to Make Toasted Sesame Hummus

This recipe couldn't be easier to make! The whole thing comes together in 15 minutes or less.

Step 1 - Toast the sesame seeds in a frying pan over medium-low heat until the white ones are golden brown. Shake the pan as they toast and keep a close eye on them. Once they start to brown they can burn quickly. As soon as they are golden transfer them to a bowl so they stop toasting.

Step 2 - Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Scrape down the sides halfway through and add small amounts of water at the end if you are looking for a thinner consistency. Garnish with extra toasted sesame seeds, cayenne pepper (optional) and flaky sea salt (optional).

Storage

Homemade hummus will keep, covered in the refrigerator for 5 days.

Did you know that you can freeze hummus? I just recently discovered this and it is life-changing! Divide it into whatever size portions you like and press a piece of plastic wrap directly covering the surface. Cover and freeze for up to 4 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge. Give it a good stir before serving.

Expert Tips

If you want your hummus to be extra smooth remove the skins from the chickpeas. This takes some extra time but it does give the hummus a smoother texture.

If you are cooking your own chickpeas for hummus add ½ - 1 teaspoon baking soda (depending on the amount you are cooking) to the water while they cook. This will break down the chickpeas more to create an even smoother texture.

What do you eat hummus with?

Hummus can be eaten with a variety of things. It makes a perfect dip for veggies, pita bread, tortilla chips or crackers. You can also use it as a spread in sandwiches or wraps or as a side included in a bowl or salad.

What is tahini paste?

Tahini is a staple in Mediterranian cuisine and is made of hulled sesame seeds, oil, and sometimes salt.

Is sesame paste the same as tahini paste?

Although they are both made of pureed sesame seeds, the Chinese sesame paste is made from toasted sesame seeds and has a much stronger, nuttier flavour. It is also darker in colour.

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