Lebanon
Hummus bi Tahini
Creamy chickpea and tahini dip with lemon and garlic.

Preparation25 minutes
Cooking45 minutes
Servings4–6 people
DifficultyModerate
Method
- Drain and rinse the main ingredient, reserving a little liquid if useful.
- Blend with the flavouring ingredients until smooth.
- Adjust the texture gradually rather than adding excess liquid at once.
- Taste for salt, acidity and richness.
- Plate with the traditional garnish and document the final yield.
How to make Hummus bi Tahini
Creamy chickpea and tahini dip with lemon and garlic.
Hummus bi Tahini is featured in Axadle’s Food & Culture collection as part of our guide to Lebanon cooking. This page brings together the ingredients, preparation details and step-by-step method in one practical recipe for home cooks.
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Follow the ingredient list and numbered method above to prepare Hummus bi Tahini. Recipes can vary between regions and households, so taste as you cook and adjust seasoning and texture to suit the ingredients available to you.
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