Muhammara

Name: Muhammara
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients: 2 jars (12 ounces each) roasted red peppers, drained; 2 garlic cloves; 1 cup walnuts; 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1-1/2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne or Aleppo pepper; Minced fresh mint or parsley, optional; Pita chips

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield 3 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

Muhammara originated in the Middle East and makes an excellent dip or sandwich spread. Its complex flavor comes from roasted red peppers, walnuts, pomegranate molasses and more.

Ingredients

2 jars (12 ounces each) roasted red peppers, drained
2 garlic cloves
1 cup walnuts
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne or Aleppo pepper
Minced fresh mint or parsley, optional
Pita chips

Directions

Place first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Garnish with mint or parsley, if desired. Serve with pita chips.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 54 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

I've become more and more interested in Israeli dishes, beginning with shakshuka—a wonder breakfast dish. This quick and easy dip called muhammara is a close second and has become a favorite for parties. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

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