
Rich, velvety, and built for a crowd, this hummus starts from dried chickpeas cooked low and slow with baking soda until they're impossibly tender — the kind of soft that makes the final texture genuinely silky rather than grainy. The trick of processing the garlic and lemon juice first, then whipping in tahini before the chickpeas ever hit the bowl, builds a pale, fluffy base that store-bought versions simply can't replicate. Ice water added gradually while the machine runs lifts everything into something light and cloud-like, finished with a generous drizzle of olive oil, a dusting of smoked paprika, and a scatter of fresh parsley. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's no need to scan labels for hidden animal products or worry about cross-contact with tree nuts. It's the kind of dip that disappears fast at a party, so consider doubling the batch before guests arrive.
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Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and add 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by at least 3 inches. Soak at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight, until the chickpeas have roughly doubled in size.
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then transfer them to a large pot. Add the remaining 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by 3 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
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