Oke Recipe

Ingredients :

- ½ cup red pepper paste
- 2 cups walnuts, chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 2-3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 2-3 tablespoons cumin
- 4 tablespoons minced onion
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon dry basil
- 1-2 tablespoons pine nuts, for decoration
- salt and black pepper as desired


Directions :

Chop walnuts in a blender or food processor, then add bread crumbs, olive oil, pomegranate molasses, pepper paste, all spices and water, and blend well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Put in a serving dish and decorate with pine nuts.

Makes 2 to 2½ cups of spread. Serve with cut vegetables, such as cucumbers, celery, carrots, or with breads—toasted pita bread or crackers. Can also be used as a spread in a sandwich with grilled vegetables.

Serves 4-6.