Israeli hummus is renowned for its smooth and creamy texture. This is because traditional Israeli recipes use tahini, which is a sesame paste that gives the hummus an extra-smooth consistency. The tahini also adds a nutty flavour to the dish and helps to balance out the other flavours such as lemon juice, garlic and cumin. As well as this, Israelis traditionally use chickpeas that have been soaked overnight and boiled until they are incredibly tender. This ensures that when blended with the other ingredients, it creates a smooth hummus with no lumps or chunks.