Instructions:

Hummus:

1. In a food processor, blend chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
2. Add salt to taste and adjust consistency with water if needed. Blend again.

Crispy Chickpeas:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss dried chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, and salt.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden and crispy. Let cool.

Assembling Tapas:

1. Spread a generous layer of hummus on a serving platter or individual dishes.
2. Scatter crispy chickpeas over the hummus.
3. Sprinkle pickled onions, fresh coriander, and chili flakes for added flavor and color.
4. Optionally, add a dash of chili powder for extra heat.
5. Finish with a generous sprinkling of vibrant pomegranate seeds.

Presentation:

Serve with warm pita bread, crusty baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks. Philmore Harrison’s Tapas Hummus is a delightful explosion of textures and flavours! 🥙🌶️🥗