Homos bi tahini — chickpea dip with sesame dressing.

Steps

1. Put peas and liquid from can in saucepan. Boil for 10 mins, then drain.
2. Place peas in blender and blend until soft.
3. Meanwhile, add 2 tbsp water to 2 tbsp sesame tahini, then add lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper and oil. Add this dressing to chick peas and blend well. Mixture should be smooth and of a spreading consistency.
4. Place in a shallow dish and spread evenly.
5. Decorate with parsley or mint. Serve with Arabic bread as a dip.

Notes

• Sesame tahini is sold at specialty stores.