The Trendy Hummus: Muhammara

Tonight we went out to a restaurant around the block called "Brick". It had all kinds of food! An interesting appetizer we shared was a platter of Hummus and Muhammara with Pita bread. I think I will try to make some of my own soon- it was so tasty!

Here's one of a few recipes available on Epicurious.com:

Muhammara Bon Appétit | November 2008

by The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

A Syrian roasted-pepper and walnut spread, muhammara is a great alternative to hummus. 1 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers in olive oil with garlic, drained. Yield: Makes about 2 cups 1 12-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers in olive oil with garlic, drained 1 cup walnuts 1/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)* 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses or fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Pita chips Blend all ingredients except pita chips in processor until coarse puree forms. Season with salt. Transfer to bowl; serve with chips. * Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets. Per serving (1/ 4 cup and 4 pita chips): 203.4 calories (kcal), 63.8 % calories from fat, 14.4 fat, 1.0 g saturated fat , 0 mg cholesterol , 14.1 g carbohydrates, 1.3 g dietary fiber, 2.8 g total sugars, 12.8 g net carbohydrates, 6.3 g protein. Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit