Muhammara (spicy Tomato And Bell Pepper Dip)
Muhammara is a spicy and flavorful dip originating from Levantine cuisine, made with roasted red bell peppers, walnuts, and pomegranate molasses. It's perfect for serving as an appetizer or as a condiment for grilled meats and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 3 large red bell peppers, roasted, peeled, and seeded
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the roasted red bell peppers, walnuts, bread crumbs, garlic, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, cumin, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Pulse the mixture until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Transfer the muhammara to a serving bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Baking sheet Food processor Serving bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve muhammara with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Tips & tricks
For a smokier flavor, you can roast the bell peppers over an open flame or on a grill before peeling and seeding them.
Cost
$10