Step 1

Combine the chickpeas with the water, garlic, tahini, cumin, lemon juice, and half a teaspoon of smoked paprika in a food processor.

Step 2

Blitz until smooth, adding a couple of tablespoons of olive oil once the mixture starts to break up and become smooth.

Step 3

Continue to blitz until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Spoon into a serving bowl and garnish with the remaining olive oil and paprika.

Step 5

Toast the pitta breads under a hot grill before serving with the hummus.