Fish Free Instant Pot Hummus
Creamy, dreamy homemade hummus is one of those things that genuinely ruins store-bought for you forever — and the Instant Pot makes it easier than you'd ever expect. Starting from dried chickpeas gives you total control over what goes into the bowl, and pressure cooking gets them so impossibly soft that the final texture is silky smooth rather than grainy or dense. The trick of blending the tahini and lemon juice first before adding the chickpeas is a small step that makes a huge difference, producing that pale, whipped consistency you see at great Middle Eastern restaurants. A drizzle of good olive oil, a dusting of smoked paprika, and a handful of fresh parsley turn a simple dip into something that looks genuinely impressive on the table. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's no need to scan labels for hidden seafood-derived additives like fish sauce or anchovy paste that sometimes sneak into pre-made dips and seasonings. This is the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again — for mezze spreads, weekday snacking, or just eating straight off a warm piece of pita.
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8 servings
- 1 cup dried chickpeas
- 7 cup water
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ⅓ cup tahini
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- ¾ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 2–4 tbsp ice water, as needed
For serving
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika, for serving (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and cover with 4 cups of water. Soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight, then drain and rinse through a colander.
- 2
Add the soaked, drained chickpeas, 3 cups of fresh water, and the baking soda to the Instant Pot insert. Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 20 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes before carefully turning the valve to Venting to release any remaining pressure.
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