Better than Hummus?

Hummus is FANTASTIC!!! Don't get me wrong...
I just think it's been pulling the weight of the whole levantine mezze on its back for far too long, and it's time for some other dishes to shine through. Enter... muhammara

Ingredients
5 Red Peppers (Seeded)
1 White Onion
2 Roma Tomatoes
1 HOT Chili Pepper (Or more for spice lords)
Olive Oil
Salt
Black Pepper
2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
2 tsp Cumin Seeds
2 tsp Coriander Seeds
8 Cloves Garlic
1 Tbsp Pomegranate Molasses
100g Walnuts (Chopped and Toasted)
100g Pomegranate Seeds
Parsley
1. Toss the peppers, onion, tomatoes, and chili with oil, salt, and black pepper. Then roast in the oven at 400F/200C for 25-30 mins till slightly blackened.
2. Caramelize the tomato paste in a bit of olive oil for 5 minutes.
3. Toast the cumin and coriander seeds for a couple minutes, then grind to a powder.
4. Remove any blackened veggies from the tray. (The tomatoes need extra time because they have more moisture.) Then add the garlic cloves and Put the tray back in the oven for another 15 mins
5. Peel and discard the pepper skins and then add everything EXCEPT the walnuts to a food processor. After it’s smooth, add the walnuts and pulse a few times till the spread is your desired consistency.
6. TRADITIONALLY, bread crumbs will be added to help with consistency and give the dip more body, but I prefer it to have a denser flavor, and find that by thoroughly roasting the veggies, the dip is not too wet. The pita is enough bread to fill me up.
7. Garnish with pomegranate seeds, some walnuts, parsley, and a final drizzle of pomegranate molasses. Do NOT skip the parsley. It isn’t just for color, but it’s an amazingly crisp undertone in every bite.
8. Enjoy and tag me with your review.

#veganrecipes #muhammara #hummus #easyrecipes #vegetarianfood #syrianfood

[ria-bdck]

nah hummus isn't overrated people just have different preferences

[Jameslawz]

Hummus is simple and amazing, it's made slightly different depending on the region but it's a classic that can't be beat.

[anaionescu]

I'm a simple woman. I see hummus, I see roasted and crushed vegetables, I ask "Why not both?"

[kitamealmorad]

Thank you for honoring a very underrated Syrian dish ! Love from a Syrian girl ❤

[alejandro]

After spending 4 months in the UAE I realized there’s a massive difference between hummus and GOOD hummus.

[cannonfodder]

Don't get me wrong! Muhammara is an absolutely amazing dish! But I cannot accept the hummus slander

[darrylpirmal]

The comment section showing support for hummus is top notch💀❤

[Isaidwhatisaiddear]

As a half Moroccan, no disrespect towards hummus will be tolerated 🙅🏽‍♀️😂 all jokes aside, that dip looks bomb 👌🏾

[cityfairy]

Both are absolutely heavenly! We Middle Easterns have plenty of amazing dishes and we learned to appreciate each and every one of them

[YT_Jin_Woo]

As a Syrian, I can say that there are many who love muhamara more than hummus, and im not saying hummus is overrated, but the muhamara is underrated for sure

[dgirl]

First half of the preparation reminds me of Nigerian stew. It’s amazing how many cultures use the food combination of roasted peppers, onions, garlic and tomatoes.

[Eva-chwz]

Years ago, my sad Icelandic tastebuds got introduced to muhammara and I was obsessed!! It was an experience I will never forget. It is amazing! ❤

[Somerset]

Hummus has been eaten for centuries, it'll never be overrated

[tylersmith]

As a Nigerian, we know how tasty tomato stew can be, but you don't have to disrespect Hummus just because tomato stew is good. They can both be tasty dishes.

[Starben]

Damn people here passionate about their hummus 😂

[didih]

دخيل رب السوريين ❤ Syrian cuisine is the best thanks for bringing that up muhamara and hummus both are very delicious maza dishes

[last_flower.]

You don't need to humiliate hummus when you want to praise something else

[danadroubi]

I’m Syrian .. the recipe must include olive oil and you should top your dish with olive oil too it gets pretty much tastier .. bon appetite

[welgaia]

don't u call hummus overrated ever again or else i'll literally breathe harder than usual

[arturorocasimmonds]

You, heathen! Hummus can never be overrated! LONG LIVE HUMMUS!!!