Muhammara Dip

This Syrian dip has a rich and nutty flavor and can be served with spiced bread or use it to baste grilled fish, lamb or chicken. Here I am using purple and yellow kumara chips.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. olive oil

4 red char grilled capsicums, skin and seed removed
2 tsp mince garlic
1/2 cup (50g) walnuts
1 tbsp. pomegranate molasses
½ lemon zest and juice
½ tsp sea salt
2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. dried chilli flakes
1 tsp. finely chopped lemon thyme
2 tsp. sumac
2 tbsp. cream cheese

Method

Place all ingredients and oil in a food processor and whiz until a coarse puree. Place in a bowl and serve with dippers.

Note:  Pomegranate molasses and sumac are available from specialty shops and selected supermarkets.