Step 1

In a food processor container or blender, add CHICKPEAS, LEMON JUICE, OLIVE OIL, GARLIC, SALT, CUMIN, and BLACK PEPPER.

Step 2

Pulse a few seconds to blend ingredients; remove lid and scrape sides with spatula to help ingredients blend more uniformly; add very small amounts of reserved CHICKPEA JUICE to thin the consistency to your liking.

Step 3

Increase blender to a higher speed until desired consistency is reached (usually under 2 minutes)

Step 4

Refrigerate in an airtight container up to five days.