Middle East Muhammara Recipe

Name: Middle East Muhammara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup walnuts, toasted and divided; 1 1/2 cups roasted red peppers, roughly chopped; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon hot paprika; 1 teaspoon ground aleppo pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Servings: persons

1 cup walnuts, toasted and divided
1 1/2 cups roasted red peppers, roughly chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot paprika
1 teaspoon ground aleppo pepper
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)

1
In a medium skillet over medium heat, throw in walnuts and saute until they become more fragrant; toss often, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl of a food processor.
2
Add roasted red peppers, breadcrumbs, oil, garlic, tomato paste, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, cumin, paprika, aleppo pepper, and salt; process until blended but not completely smooth, keeping the mixture slightly coarse. The process time shouldn't take more than 1 minute. Half way through, clean the sides of the bowl; taste and adjust if necessary.
3
Transfer the muhammara in a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend together.
4
When ready to serve, sprinkle chopped walnuts, fresh parsley and drizzle about 1/2 tablespoons oil if desired. Yield 2 cups.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup walnuts, toasted and divided, 1 1/2 cups roasted red peppers, roughly chopped, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Middle East Muhammara 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.

Middle East Muhammara

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