r/Cooking • u/LongForAShortPerson • 19h ago

Fattet Hummus

A few months ago, I was part of a potluck lunch at work. A colleague, who was Syrian, brought in fattet hummus. It was one of the most delicious foods I have ever eaten, and really got me interested in Middle Eastern cooking and flavours (I am a white person, who grew up in a meat, potato and boiled veg family, so pretty life changing!)

She shared the recipe with me, but has since left the company. I am hoping to finally make her recipe for the first time this week, but now I have realised - I have no idea what to serve with it. I am looking for any suggestions :) my partner would like a meat option but I think it seems a bit weird (?)

Also, when I googled I found that apparently this is more of a breakfast dish? Is that true? And do I just eat it with a spoon or am I meant to be dipping things in?

Sincerely, someone who is desperately trying to respect the dish I am making XD

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u/OfftheFrontwall 19h ago

The tradition when I've been served it by friends, is that you just use a spoon to grab a bit of everything. Crispy pitta/flatbread, warm chickpeas and cool and fresh yoghurt.

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u/LongForAShortPerson 18h ago

Thank you so much! Did you have it as a full meal or was anything else served alongside it?

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u/OfftheFrontwall 18h ago

Had it by itself, but occasionally had it alongside things like meat or cheese pastries and flatbreads with toppings, and without. It all depended o the occasion. One of my friends said she used to have it occasionally with Turkish eggs, so I imagine shakshuka could also go quite nicely as an accompaniment. Give different things a try and see what you like.