Muhammara (lebanese Roasted Red Pepper Dip)
Muhammara is a delicious Lebanese roasted red pepper dip that is perfect for serving as an appetizer or snack. It is packed with flavor and is easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers, roasted and peeled
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, walnuts, breadcrumbs, garlic, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Pulse the mixture until smooth.
- While the food processor is running, drizzle in the olive oil until well combined.
- Transfer the muhammara to a serving dish and drizzle with a little extra olive oil before serving.
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
- 2g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Food processor Serving dish
Tools
Knife Cutting board Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the muhammara with pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Tips & tricks
For a smokier flavor, you can use roasted red peppers from a jar instead of roasting them yourself.
Cost
$10