Tag: Fermented hummus

According to food safety guidance, fizzy hummus is not a normal or desirable characteristic. This unusual, sparkling texture is a tell-tale sign of spoilage caused by unwanted bacterial or yeast fermentation, and a fizzy sensation or taste means it's time to discard the dip to avoid food poisoning.

Fermented foods have exploded in popularity for their probiotic benefits, with a 149% increase in fermented product sales in 2018 alone. This rise leads many to wonder: is it okay to eat fermented hummus, or is that fizzy tang a sign of spoilage?