Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

sweet bell peppers

seeded and quartered

3 slice

whole wheat bread

crusts removed

0.75 cup

toasted walnuts

chopped

2 tbsp

lemon juice

2 tbsp

Aleppo pepper

2 tsp

pomegranate molasses

1 clove

garlic

minced

1 tsp

cumin seeds

coarsely ground

1 pinch

salt

to taste

0.5 cup

olive oil

1 pinch

sumac powder

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven broiler and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Step 2
~4 min

Place bell peppers cut-side down on the baking sheet.

Step 3
~4 min

Roast under the broiler until the pepper skin blackens and blisters (5-8 minutes).

Step 4
~4 min

Toast bread slices and let them cool.

Step 5
~4 min

Crush toasted bread slices into crumbs using a rolling pin in a sealed bag.

Step 6
~4 min

Transfer roasted peppers to a bowl and seal with plastic wrap for 15 minutes to loosen the skin.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove and discard pepper skins; mash the peeled peppers with a fork.

Step 8
~4 min

Combine mashed peppers, bread crumbs, walnuts, lemon juice, Aleppo pepper, pomegranate molasses, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor.

Step 9
~4 min

Pulse the mixture a few times to blend.

Step 10
~4 min

Run the food processor at the lowest setting, slowly streaming in olive oil until fully integrated.

Step 11
~4 min

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish.

Step 12
~4 min

Sprinkle sumac over the mixture to serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Roasting the bell peppers until blackened is essential for the smoky flavor.

Adjust the amount of Aleppo pepper to your spice preference.

Toast the walnuts for a deeper, richer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pita bread, vegetables, or crackers.

Pairs well with grilled meats or falafel.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Halloumi
Falafel
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Syria

Cultural Significance

A popular mezze dish in the Levant region.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Party
Potluck
Appetizer
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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