Step 1

Soak the crushed garlic in the freshly squeezed lemon juice for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Then add the drained chickpeas to the food processor along with the garlic and lemon juice, tahini and 2 Tbsp of cold water and process until chunky.

Step 3

Then add in the salt, cumin, olive oil and remaining cold water and process until smooth.

Step 4

Add the cayenne pepper (optional) and process again until smooth.