Village Food Hummus with Lahma (Spiced Meat) and Pine Nuts

Village Food Hummus with Lahma is a creamy, smooth hummus topped with savory spiced meat and crunchy toasted pine nuts. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for sharing or as a satisfying appetizer.

Serves: 4-6

Total: 15-20 Minutes

Ingredients

    For the Hummus:

  1. Village Foods Hummus

    For the Spiced Meat (Lahma):

  1. 1/2 lb ground beef or lamb
  2. 1 small onion, finely chopped
  3. 1 clove garlic, minced
  4. 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  5. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  6. 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  7. 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  8. Salt to taste
  9. 2 tbsp pine nuts
  10. 2 tbsp olive oil
  11. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

directions

    Prepare the Hummus:

  1. Village Food Hummus

    Cook the Spiced Meat:

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the ground beef or lamb, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  4. Stir in the ground cumin, ground allspice, ground black pepper, and salt.
  5. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. In a separate small pan, toast the pine nuts in the remaining olive oil over medium heat until golden brown, keep stirring until done.

    Assemble the Dish:

  1. Spoon the Lahma (meat) mixture over the hummus, spreading it evenly.
  2. Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the top.
  3. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

    Serve:

  1. Serve the hummus with Lahma and pine nuts with warm Village Food pita bread or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy your flavorful Village Food Hummus with Lahma and Pine Nuts!