Hummus by Chef Mustapha Haj Omar

Hummus by Chef Mustapha Haj Omar at Metzo’s, Outrigger Laguna Phuket — creamy chickpea dip with olive oil, paprika, and parsley.

Hummus

by Chef Mustapha Haj Omar, Metzo’s – Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort

At Metzo’s, Chef Mustapha Haj Omar brings the flavours of the Mediterranean to Phuket with authentic simplicity. His Hummus recipe captures the essence of Lebanese comfort — rich, velvety, and bright with lemon. Smooth, nourishing, and timeless, it’s a dish that embodies both tradition and refinement.


Ingredients

200 g cooked chickpeas
80 g tahini paste
1 small clove garlic, minced
Salt to taste
30 g lemon juice
20 g olive oil
4 g paprika powder
4 g parsley leaves


Method

Place chickpeas, tahini, garlic, salt, and lemon juice in a blender. Blend on high speed, stirring as needed, until smooth and creamy. The texture should be soft and silky.

To serve, spread the hummus on a plate or in a mezze bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, dust lightly with paprika, and garnish with parsley leaves.

Chef Mustapha Haj Omar

Head Chef at Metzo’s – Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort, Bang Tao

Chef Mustapha Haj Omar leads the kitchen at Metzo’s, bringing over 18 years of experience in Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine. His career includes leading positions at One & Only Reethi Rah (Maldives), Shangri-La Villingili, and Le Meridien Dubai, as well as overseeing royal kitchens in Saudi Arabia. At Metzo’s, he continues his lifelong passion for discovery and flavour through signature dishes such as hummus, falafel, and shish taouk — each crafted with heart, heritage, and precision.