Ingredients

1. White sesame seeds – 3 tbsp
2. Uncooked Chickpeas – 1.5 cups OR
   Cooked Chickpeas – 2.5 cups
3. Garlic – 1 clove
4. Juice of lime – 1
5. Black Peppercorns – 6-7
6. Honey – 1.5 tsp (optional)
7. Salt – 1/4 tsp
8. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 1/3 cup
9. Sesame Oil – 3 tbsp
10. Paprika for garnish (optional)

Procedure

1) Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet till they pop
2) If using uncooked chickpeas, soak overnight in drinking water. Drain the soaking liquid. Pressure cook with double the amount of water and 1 tsp salt for 10 – 12 whistles or until it’s soft and tender
3) Combine all ingredients in a mixer and grind till smooth
4) Give it a taste and adjust seasoning according to your liking
5) Garnish with little paprika on top and serve with slices of your favourite veggies, fruit, chips or bread.