I can’t count how many times people have told me that this is actually their favorite hummus!
If you’ve ever been to GAM GAM Kosher Restaurant, especially for Shabbat, you’ve likely eaten this hummus. In fact, after serving hundreds of thousands of Shabbat guests, this may be the most eaten (non-store bought) hummus around the world!
Quick and easy to prepare, enjoy hummus as an appetizer dip or side dish. Hummus is the perfect healthy snack when paired up with crudite of your favorite sliced or whole raw vegetables.

Everyone’s Favorite Hummus
Traditional Humus
Ingredients
- 2 cups chick peas
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- juice of one lemon
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients together (add some of the chick pea liquid if necessary)
- Adjust seasonings to suit your taste.
Notes
Dressing options:
tahini
chick peas coated in paprika and salt and pepper
a drizzle of olive oil
a sprinkle of paprika and zaโatar
tahini
chick peas coated in paprika and salt and pepper
a drizzle of olive oil
a sprinkle of paprika and zaโatar