Spicy Red Pepper and Walnut Spread

Name: Spicy Red Pepper and Walnut Spread (Mouhamarra (moo-hum-ma-ra))
Yield: Serves 8 to 10 (About 1 pint)
Cuisine: Lebanese
Ingredients: ¼ cup finely chopped yellow onion; Dibs ruman (pomegranate molasses), found at specialty markets or online.; ½ cup coarsely chopped roasted red bell pepper (drained), store-bought or prepared fresh; ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons ground paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 tablespoons dibs ruman; ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil; ¼ cup tomato paste; 2 cups finely ground walnuts

Mouhamarra (moo-hum-ma-ra)

Preparation info

Serves
8 to 10
(About 1 pint )

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Classic Lebanese Cuisine

By Kamal Al-Faqih

Published 2009

About

This flavorful spread is a great addition at any gathering. The spicy bite from the cayenne pepper combined with the sweet flavor of the roasted red bell pepper will both gratify and titillate your taste buds. Offer with toasted pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Your friends and family will love this one.

Ingredients

Specialty Ingredients

Dibs ruman (pomegranate molasses), found at specialty markets or online.

Asia
Lebanon
Starter
Spicy
Mediterranean
Vegan

Method

Prepare Ahead

You can prepare it several days in advance and refrigerate.