Saffron Tagine Houmous with Smoked Oil

Serves 8-10

1 can (240g) of chick peas drained and rinsed
3 tbsp tahini
½ tsp My Secret Kitchen Secret Spices: Wild Garlic
juice of 1 large lemon
2 tbsp light olive oil
50ml cold water, more as required
¼ red onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp My Secret Kitchen Saffron Tagine Paste
2 tbsp My Secret Kitchen Oak Smoked Rapeseed Oil
1 tbsp tomato puree
handful fresh coriander, chopped
salt & pepper to taste


First, make the chick pea topping, take 2 tbsp of the chick peas, mix together in a small bowl with the red onion, tomato puree, chopped coriander, the Oak Smoked Rapeseed Oil and 1 tbsp of the Saffron Tagine Paste and put to one side.

To make the houmous, mix all the remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor, adding more water as required.

Check the seasoning to taste and serve in a bowl with the seasoned chick peas scattered over the top.