This Filipino version of hummus is surprisingly sweet and nutty in flavor. Spread it on your favorite crackers for an instant appetizer or snack!
Patani Hummus Recipe
This Filipino version of hummus is surprisingly sweet and nutty in flavor.
Ingredients
Patani Hummus Ingredients
- 2 cups lima beans (patani) blanched then skinned
- water reserved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1/4 Cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil the blanched lima beans for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small pan and sauté garlic just until tender.
- In a blender or food processor, combine boiled lima beans, sautéed garlic cloves, salt, and 1/4 cup olive oil. Blend until well combined and the mixture has developed the consistency of paste.
- Add reserved blanching water a little at a time (about 1/2 cup) to thin down the mixture to your liking. Season to taste.Substitution tip: You can opt to use dried or canned lima beans if they re more readily available. Simply adjust the amount of water to retain the right consistency of the spread.
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