Johannesburg
18 – 20 September 2026
Sandton Convention Centre

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Tapas Exotic Mushroom Hummus

Tapas Exotic Mushroom Hummus

Love hummus? Then you're going to love this quick, healthy and delicious plant-based hummus
Course Appetizer, hors d'oeuvre

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g mixed mushrooms of choice
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup of cooked black beans (if canned then rinsed and drained)
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp soaring Free cordyceps powder
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Thinly slice the mushrooms and cook on a medium heat in coconut oil and balsamic vinegar until soft. Allow to cool completely.
  • Blend or pulse together all the ingredients to form a smooth dip - add more of less water depending on desired consistency.
  • Serve with seed crackers and raw vegetables.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Keywords Hummus recipe, Mushroom Hummus, Tapas recipe

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