Easy Hummus Recipe with Shawarma Mushrooms

You are going to love this hummus recipe. It's really easy and simple to make at home. We’re talking 5 minutes, a few ingredients, and just like that, you have the creamiest, dreamiest hummus. Top it with savory shawarma spiced mushrooms for a real treat!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 - 15oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed- Save the liquid of the can of chickpeas
• 1/2 cup tahini
• 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup of water or the water you saved from the can of chickpeas (also called Aquafaba)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lb mushrooms of your choice, sliced
• 2 tsp shawarma spice mix, homemade or store-bought
• 1/2 tsp salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- To make the hummus: ---
2. 2Combine the chickpeas, tahini, salt, lemon and water or aquafaba in a food processor and process until smooth and creamy, at least 2 minutes. Add more water, one tablespoon at a time, for a thinner hummus
3. 3--- To make the shawarma mushrooms ---
4. 4Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms, shawarma spice and salt. Toss well until the mushrooms are coated with the spices
5. 5Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, or until the water the mushrooms will release has cooked out completely
6. 6Before serving, spread the hummus in a plate and top with shawarma mushrooms, a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of the shawarma spice mix