Ingredients

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
  • 12 cup tahini paste
  • 12 cup lemon juice
  • 6 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 3 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 14 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 14 cup olive oil
  • water, for thinning
  • 14 cup minced parsley
  • additional oil, for drizzling
  • paprika

Method

  • Place all ingredients except oil and parsely in food processor.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Slowly add 1/4 cup olive oil and continue processing until mixed well.
  • If mixture is too stiff add water a little at a time until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency (you don't want it runny).
  • Remove from processor and add parsley.
  • Chill for at least four hours.
  • Spread on plate in a thin layer.
  • Drizzle additional oil on top.
  • Sprinkle with paprika and served with pita bread.