Fit food processor with steel blade attachment.

With processor running, drop garlic through feed tube and process until minced.

Stop processor, add remaining ingredients except cilantro.

Process until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.

Add cilantro and pulse to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Rinse beans thoroughly to ensure smooth texture

Use room temperature beans for creamier results

Let processor run full 2 minutes for ultra-smooth texture

Reserve some cilantro for garnish

Use fresh lime juice, not bottled

Toast coriander seeds and grind fresh for best flavor

Too thick: Add olive oil or lime juice, 1 teaspoon at a time

Too thin: Add more beans

Too garlicky: Use smaller clove or roasted garlic

Grainy texture: Process longer

Bland taste: Add more salt or lime juice

Refrigerate in airtight container up to 5 days

Do not freeze

Let come to room temperature before serving

Drizzle with fresh olive oil when serving

Can be made 24 hours in advance

Flavors develop more over time

Add fresh garnishes just before serving

With pita chips or tortilla chips

As a sandwich spread

In rice bowls

With fresh vegetables

As a taco topping

In lettuce wraps

Yields: 2 cups Serving Size: 2 tablespoons

Note: For best results, let hummus sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop fully.