Around the World in Comfort Food
| June 6, 2018
Hummus – Israel
Although hummus is common all over the Middle East, many Israeli chefs from different heritages have put their own spin on the creamy chickpea dip. Hummus in Israel is silky smooth and typically served warm.
Although you can buy it from any grocery store, if you’re in search of the good stuff you need to head to a dedicated restaurant, like Abu Hassan or Hummus HaCarmel. Both restaurants offer a wide variety of toppings, like tahini, pickles, oil, or grilled tomatoes.
Use a steaming hot piece of pita bread to sop up your hummus, and don’t worry about making a mess – it’s all part of the fun!
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