Muhammara-Style Hot Pepper Spread

Muhammara-Style Hot Pepper Spread

A spicy, nutty dip inspired by Syrian muhammara, using CEREN Hot Pepper Paste as the flavor base.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons CEREN Hot Pepper Paste
  • ½ cup walnuts, lightly toasted
  • 2 slices stale bread, soaked in 2 tbsp water
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon CEREN Pomegranate Molasses
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

Blend base: Place CEREN Hot Pepper Paste, walnuts, soaked bread, garlic, olive oil, and pomegranate molasses in a food processor.

Season: Add cumin, chili flakes, and salt. Blend until smooth but slightly textured.

Adjust: Add more olive oil if too thick.

Serve: Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with warm bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks.