ROASTED RED PEPPER DIP

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Food Processor     Cocktail Party     Fourth of July     Bell Pepper     Summer     Chill     Healthy     Molasses     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large red bell peppers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses*
1 tablespoon robust-flavored (dark) molasses
Pinch of cayenne pepper
*A thick pomegranate syrup, available at Middle Eastern markets and at some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose in paper bag. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and coarsely chop peppers. Transfer peppers to processor.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until tender and golden, about 6 minutes. Add ground cumin and minced garlic; stir 1 minute.
  • Transfer onion mixture to processor with bell peppers. Add pomegranate molasses, dark molasses and cayenne pepper. Using on/off turns, process until coarse puree forms. Season red pepper dip to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 1 day to blend flavors.

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