Last night went to dinner and had a great mezza at “Halabi”. Great food like always. One of their dishes that I like is Mouhamara, great for appetizer served with toasted pita. I make it every time I have a crowd and its always a success! Good to make for the superbowl.
Ingredients:
1-cup ground walnuts
1 teaspoon red pepper paste
½ teaspoon red pepper
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs (if needed)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 jar red bell pepper roasted drained and crushed
Dash of salt
1-T pomegranate syrup
In a food processor finely grind walnuts. Remove from food processor to a bowl. Back in the food processor add pimentos, pepper paste, lemon juice, and salt. Pour over the walnuts and blend; if the mixture is runny add some breadcrumbs.
Spread on a platter garnish with halved walnuts, jalapeno slices and drizzle with olive oil.
You can use mouhamara on pies and sprinkle with sesame seeds, bake and serve.
