Hummus with Meat at the Table

Hummus with meat on a platter topped with pine nuts and parsley with pita bread on the side.

Beef up your hummus dip, literally, with juicy, tender pot roast on top! This Hummus with Meat recipe is our twist on Middle Eastern hummus bil lahmeh, or hummus with ground beef. Crafted with our Healthy Chickpea Hummus and crowned with toasted pine nuts, it’s served with pita bread or pita chips for an appetizer that can’t be beat!

We’re excited to mark the end of Ramadan and celebrate Eid! With that comes all kinds of foods like tabbouleh, kahk, olive tapenade bruschetta, and plenty of hummus. While we love a simple recipe, during this time we can’t help but go all out with filling recipes and a complete mezze platter. As a result, we love to bulk up our traditional hummus recipe with extra meat for a filling side dish or appetizer that can double as a complete meal!

Traditionally, hummus with meat consists of chickpea hummus and spiced ground beef. However, we do things a little differently, keeping it super simple, of course! Instead of using ground beef, we top our silky hummus with tender, juicy pot roast.

What you get is an ultra-savory, downright satisfying dish that’s melt-in-your-mouth tasty and bursting with juicy flavor. Pure culinary bliss!

What You’ll Need

Get ready for a flavor explosion! This hummus with meat is super bold and comes together with just a few key ingredients. Here’s what you need:

Meat – We highly recommend using a boneless chuck roast for this recipe. It’s layered with fat making it super juicy, tender, and simple to shred.
Garlic – Believe it or not, 20 whole cloves of fresh garlic are used to season your beef!
Onion – This is used in conjunction with the garlic for a tangy, savory flavor.
Herbs and Spices – Salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano enhance the savoriness of the dish, adding just a hint of spice.
Hummus – We prefer to use our from-scratch hummus, but storebought works just as well, too.
Garnishes – Technically optional, toasted pine nuts and parsley add extra richness, a bit of crunch, and a refreshing taste.

Raw chuck roast seasoned and placed on top of onions and garlic in a baking dish. — Pat your meat dry before seasoning.

Whole roasted pot roast in a baking dish with onions and garlic. — Pat your meat dry before seasoning.

How to Make Hummus with Meat

This hummus with meat looks fancy, but it’s surprisingly hands-off and a breeze to make!

Prepare the Roast. Using clean paper towels, pat the chuck roast dry, and place it in a large baking dish on top of the chopped onions and garlic. Combine the seasonings in a small bowl, and use your hands to rub the mixture over the meat, coating all of the sides completely.
Bake. Cover the meat with foil, and place it in the oven until it is fork-tender and has reached an internal temperature of 195° Fahrenheit. Let it rest for 5 minutes to redistribute the juices.
Shred. Use two forks to shred the meat into pieces, and set it aside to absorb the leftover liquid.
Serve. Spread your hummus over a large plate or serving platter. Arrange the shredded meat on top, and garnish with toasted pine nuts and parsley.

Flavor Variations

Let your creativity run wild! Customize the flavor of this hummus with meat by experimenting with various garnishes and serving options. Here are some of our go-to ways to switch it up:

Serving the meat over potatoes, rice, or pasta instead of hummus.
Adding pomegranate seeds on top.
Including veggies like grilled eggplant or chopped tomatoes as garnish.
Using a sprinkle of feta cheese.

A platter with hummus topped with shredded pot roast meat, toasted pine nuts, and parsley. — Serve your Hummus with meat with pita bread, pita chips, naan, or veggies!

Common Questions About Hummus with Meat

Is hummus with meat a full meal or a snack?

It can totally be a meal—especially when served with warm pita or over rice. But it also works as a shareable starter or a hearty part of a mezze spread.

What makes hummus with meat different from regular hummus?

The base is still your classic silky hummus, but the topping takes it to the next level. The savory, spiced meat adds depth, texture, and heartiness that turns a dip into something more substantial.

Is hummus with meat spicy?

Not typically spicy-hot, but it’s definitely well-seasoned. Think warm flavors from spices like oregano, paprika, and pepper—just enough to make it super savory and aromatic.

Can you use leftovers from hummus with meat in other dishes?

Absolutely! Scoop the meat onto rice bowls, stuff it into wraps, or serve it over roasted veggies. It’s one of those toppings that magically levels up just about anything.

More Tasty Hummus Recipes

On the hunt for more hummus recipes that’ll win over any crowd? Dive into more goodness with some of our favorites listed below!

Hummus with meat on a platter with pita chips on the side.

the Ayyem kitchenServings: 12 -16 people

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 3 hrs
Total: 3 hrs 10 mins

A flavorful take on hummus with beef, this hummus with meat uses juicy pot roast for a savory side dish that doubles as a complete meal! Email

Ingredients

2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 white onion sliced
20 garlic cloves
1 3-4 pound chuck roast
Hummus to taste
Optional: toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
Combine the salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano in a small bowl. Set aside.2 teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano
In a 12×8 baking dish, arrange the onions and garlic cloves.1 white onion, 20 garlic cloves
Using clean paper towels, pat the chuck roast completely dry. Place it on top of the onions and garlic in the baking dish.1 3-4 pound chuck roast
Using two hands, rub the prepared seasoning blend over the roast, coating all sides.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil, and bake for 3 hours or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195° F. Rest for at least 5 minutes.
Using two forks shred the meat into pieces. Set aside to absorb some of the remaining juices in the baking dish.
On a large serving platter, spread the hummus in an even layer. Arrange the shredded meat on top.Hummus to taste
Garnish with toasted pine nuts and parsley, if desired.Optional: toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley for garnish
Serve with pita bread, pita chips, or naan.
Store the hummus and meat separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.