Shellfish Free Instant Pot Hummus
Creamy, cloud-like hummus made entirely from scratch is one of those kitchen wins that feels way more impressive than the effort involved. Starting with dried chickpeas and pressure-cooking them until they're almost falling apart is the real secret here — that level of softness is what gives you that silky, restaurant-quality texture you just can't get from a can. Blending the tahini and lemon juice first before adding the chickpeas builds a pale, fluffy base, and a slow drizzle of ice water at the end takes it from good to genuinely luxurious. Ground cumin adds a warm, earthy undertone that ties everything together without overpowering the bright hit of fresh lemon. A finishing drizzle of olive oil and a dusting of smoked paprika turn the bowl into something you'd actually want to photograph before diving in. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden seafood-derived additives — just pure, clean flavor from start to finish. It's the kind of dip that makes store-bought feel like a distant memory.
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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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