Charred-Lemon Hummus with Cumin Brown Butter

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Good hummus is all about smoothness and balance, and two simple steps push this version well beyond the everyday. Charring lemon halves in a hot pan before juicing them adds a gentle smokiness and tames the raw acidity, while a drizzle of nutty cumin brown butter poured over the top turns a humble dip into something quietly luxurious. Cooked with a little bicarbonate of soda, the chickpeas blend to a cloud-like, silky purée. Serve it warm with flatbread and watch it disappear.

Charred Guacamole with Pomegranate

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Guacamole is simple by nature, so the smallest tweaks make the biggest difference. Here the aromatics are charred first in a dry pan until blackened and sweet, lending the whole bowl a gentle smokiness that plain guacamole never has. Then comes the flourish: a generous scatter of ruby pomegranate seeds, which burst with sharp, sweet juice and bring a jewel-bright crunch against the creamy avocado. It is the same comforting dip, dressed up just enough to feel special.

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Charred-Lemon Hummus with Cumin Brown Butter

Charred Guacamole with Pomegranate