Muhammara (assyrian Walnut And Pomegranate Dip)

Muhammara is a delicious and flavorful dip from Assyrian cuisine, made with walnuts, roasted red peppers, and pomegranate molasses. It's perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack with pita bread or fresh vegetables.

Muhammara (assyrian Walnut And Pomegranate Dip)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 2/3 cup roasted red peppers
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the walnuts, roasted red peppers, pomegranate molasses, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Pulse the mixture until smooth.
  3. While the food processor is running, drizzle in the olive oil until well combined.
  4. Season with salt to taste and pulse to combine.
  5. Transfer the muhammara to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little extra olive oil, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
3g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Food processor Serving bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve muhammara with pita bread, pita chips, or fresh vegetables such as cucumber, carrots, and bell peppers.

Tips & tricks

For a smokier flavor, you can use smoked paprika instead of regular red pepper flakes.

Cost

$8