Muhammara

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   Put an oven rack as close as you can to the broiler and turn the broiler on.

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   Cut off the top of each pepper and get rid of the stem and the seeds.

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   Cut each pepper into 3-4 segments that can lie more or less flat.

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   Lay the pepper segments, skin-side up, on a foil-lined oven tray.

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    Put the tray under the broiler.

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    Broil until the skins are blistered and black all over, 5-10 minutes.

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    Place the peppers in a pot or bowl and cover.

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    Let sit for 7-8 minutes.

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    The steam will loosen the skin and make it very easy to peel.

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    With a blunt knife, scrape off and discard the skin of each pepper.

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    Chop the peppers up roughly.

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    Place the peppers in a blender and food processor with the rest of the ingredients and blend to a smooth consistency.

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    Add a bit more olive oil if too thick.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.