The surprisingly interesting history of hummus
Origins: The word hummus comes from the Arabic word meaning "chickpea.
Garlic: Garlic is likely to have originated in Asia, and become a domesticated crop by the Neolithic period.
Lemon juice: Lemons are thought to have originated from northwestern India, and to have reached the Middle East.
Traditional dish: The traditional hummus dish is known as hummus bi tahini in Arabic.
Tahini: Tahini is a paste made from crushing sesame seeds.
Holy hummus:Others think hummus is a much older Jewish dish that dates back to 3,500 years ago.
Chickpeas: First cultivated almost 10,000 years ago, chickpeas are probably one of the oldest legumes ever grown by mankind.
Where does it come from: It's unclear when the first hummus recipe emerged.
Salt: Salt has been used for seasoning and preserving food, as well as for medicinal purposes, for thousands of years.
Ingredients: Hummus is a spread made by blending the following ingredients.