The History Of Hummus! Est. 13 century

How Is Hummus Made? Hummus is usually made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and garlic.

Where Is Hummus Originally Made? Hummus was originally made somewhere in the Middle-East, most likely in Greek. The earliest recipes for a dish similar to hummus bi tahini are recorded in cookbooks published in Cairo in the 13th century.

Health Facts About Hummus. Hummus is high in iron and vitamin C, and has beneficial amounts of both vitamin B6 and folate. It is also a good source of protein, fiber and potassium.

Fun Facts About Hummus! The word hummus, is an Arabic word meaning “chickpea.” Several cuisine-related sources speak of a folklore tale in which hummus is described as one of the oldest known prepared foods. Others speak of a legend that hummus was first prepared in the 12th century by Saladin, however this claim is highly disputed.

More Fun Facts About Hummus! 3. Chickpeas have been around for human consumption for several thousands of years. 4. Ancient Greek philosophers Plato and Socrates made reference to the nutritional value of hummus in their writings.