Muhamara (Walnut Dip)

Ingredients

•   1 cup coarsely‐ground walnut

•   1 cup plain breadcrumbs

•   1 big red pepper (use chili or sweet one)

•   1/4 cup olive oil

•   1/4 cup water

•   1/8 cup chopped onion

•   3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses

•   1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Preparation Method according to Syriancooking.com

1.  Quarter the red pepper, rub with little olive oil and roast in for 20 minutes. You can use chili or sweet ones according to y People usually prefer hot muhamara.

2.   In a food processor, grind the walnut. Set aside and grind t then add the red pepper and grind them together.

3.   In a bowl, add walnut, breadcrumbs, onion and red pepper mix well then add the other ingredients.

4.   Mix everything very well and set aside. The mixture will get after some time. Store in the refrigerator until serving

5.  Serve garnished with walnuts halves and olive oil.

 H.Zoghib