Muhammara

Method7 steps · about 35 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Cut red bell peppers (2) in half. Remove the seeds.

   Uses 2 red bell peppers

2. 2

   Step 2: Place on a baking sheet (cut side face down) under the oven broiler until the skin is black and blisters appear.

   Uses halved seeded red peppers

3. 3

   Step 3: Place bell peppers in a bag and close. The steam will help peel the peppers after a few minutes.

   Uses roasted red peppers

4. 4

   Step 4: Peel the cooled roasted peppers, then blend them with the walnuts (1 cup) until smooth.

   Uses peeled roasted peppers · 1 cup walnuts

5. 5

   Step 5: Add all the other ingredients except the olive oil and continue to mix.

   Uses 1 tablespoon Aleppo pepper · ½ cup breadcrumbs (toasted) · 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses · 2 cloves garlic · 2 tablespoons lemon juice · ½ teaspoon cumin · 1 teaspoon salt

6. 6

   Step 6: Add the olive oil (4 tablespoons) and blend slowly until the oil is completely incorporated.

   Uses 4 tablespoons olive oil

7. 7

   Step 7: Muhammara is served in a small bowl, at room temperature or refrigerated, with pomegranate seeds for garnish.

   Uses finished Muhammara · Pomegranate seeds (for garnish)