Walnut and Garlic Spread

By á-708

Ingredients

• 2 large red bell peppers (capsicums)
• 2-4 cloves garlic
• 2/3 cup (160 ml) walnuts
• 2/3 cup (160 ml) bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp (10 ml) pomegranate molasses*
• 2 tsp (10 ml) lemon juice
• 2 tsp (10 ml) cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
• Available in Middle Eastern specialty shops. If unavailable, substitute additional lemon juice.

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Roast the peppers over an open flame or under the broiler until charred on all sides. Seal in a plastic bag for 10 minutes. Peel and seed the peppers and combine with the remaining ingredients in an electric blender or food processor. Process until the mixture is smooth. Alternately, all ingredients may be pounded together with a mortar and pestle. Refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight and serve with pita bread. Serves 4 to 6.