From an early-Egyptian meal (the first evidence of the picnic favourite was unearthed in Cairo in the 13th century) to the modern-day crisp's best friend, houmous has become a best-loved snack – and we think it's about time you met our new velvet version
Every Mediterranean country makes houmous differently. We’re partial to the Israeli version with tahini and lots of cumin and lemon juice, and it's that creamy recipe that's inspired our new lamb shawarma houmous meal. An envy-inducing office lunch or light supper, it uses double-ground tahini for a super velvety texture. Just heat up the lamb to serve. Alternatively, spoon lashings of our plain velvety houmous onto warmed pittas and top with spiced aubergine and roasted chickpeas for a simple veggie meal that celebrates all the flavours of summer.