Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread) Recipe

Name: Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 large red bell peppers, halved and seeded; 2 1/4 cups olive oil, divided; 12 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced; 1 cup toasted pecans; 2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs; 4 lemons, juice of; 4 teaspoons ground cumin; 4 teaspoons sugar; 1 -2 teaspoon finely chopped chile (or to taste); salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 475u00b0F.
2
Using your hands, coat peppers with a little olive oil.
3
Place cut side up on a baking sheet.
4
Sprinkle garlic over peppers.
5
Roast until they begin to blacken, about 10 minutes.
6
Turn and roast until other side begins to blacken, about 10 minutes more.
7
Cool, remove skin, and cut into strips.
8
Place peppers, garlic, pecans, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, cumin, sugar, chilies, salt and pepper into a food processor.
9
Puree until smooth.
10
Pour in remaining olive oil and continue processing until mixture is smooth and glossy.
11
Serve with freshly baked bread.

2136

kcal

Calories

158

Fat

164

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 large red bell peppers, halved and seeded, 2 1/4 cups olive oil, divided, 12 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced, 1 cup toasted pecans, and more.

Yes, Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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