Hummus: From Niche Ethnic Food to an American Staple | HISTORY

How Hummus Became an American Staple

Hummus is a Middle Eastern dish with roots in regions like Syria and Egypt, with the earliest known recipe appearing in a 13th-century cookbook. The 1960s movement in the US introduced many people to Middle Eastern cuisine, including hummus.

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