🥣 Entry Title: Hummus - The Universal Spread
Primary Classification: Food Substance → Plant-Based Nutrition → Cultural Culinary Staples
Creation Date: Estimated 13th Century BCE (Earth, Sol System)
Origin Coordinates: Latitude: 33.8938° N | Longitude: 35.5018° E — Confirmed Earth Location
Molecular Composition: Dynamic proteolipid structure rich in essential amino acids and Omega-6 fatty acids.
🔎 Historical Overview
Hummus, a creamy spread made primarily from chickpeas and tahini, has ancient terrestrial roots originating on Earth in the Middle East region. The earliest known recipes resembling modern hummus appear in 13th-century cookbooks from Cairo. Over centuries, hummus spread throughout the Levant and Mediterranean territories, becoming a staple of regional cuisine and a symbol of cultural identity.
Initially consumed as a simple dish, hummus evolved to serve various roles — from a hearty dip for flatbreads to a versatile base for meals. Its balance of plant-based proteins and healthy fats made it particularly valuable in traditional vegetarian diets across early Earth civilizations.
🌍 Current Hummus Hubs (Europe, 21st Century)
Major European Hummus Spread Producer:
Mega-Green — Romania-based producer specializing in premium hummus, tahini, and plant-based salads.
Mega-Green is recognized for merging authentic Middle Eastern flavors with European quality standards, offering private-label solutions to major retailers and distributors across the terrestrial continent known as Europe.
🧪 Hummus Variants (Recorded by 2150)
| Variant ID | Description | Flavor Spectrum |
|---|---|---|
| HU-V01 | Classic Chickpea Hummus | Earthy, Smooth, Nutty |
| HU-V07 | Roasted Red Pepper Infusion | Sweet, Smoky, Mildly Spicy |
| HU-V15 | Black Garlic Essence | Umami-Rich, Deep, Sweet |