Arabic Chilli Sauce

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1
Spicy and flavorful Arabic Chilli Sauce for all your cooking needs
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Prep

45 min

Cook

-

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 dried chilies
2 tablespoons ground breadcrumbs
3 medium onions , chopped
1 1/2 cups cleaned walnuts
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground dried coriander
1 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup thickened pomegranate juice
1 dash ground coffee

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
165
Sugar
1g
Fat
17g
Arabic Chilli Sauce is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, adding a spicy kick to dishes like shawarma, falafel, and kebabs. This homemade version is easy to make and healthier than store-bought sauces, using ingredients like walnuts and pomegranate juice to enhance the flavor. The sauce can be adjusted to be more or less spicy depending on your preference, and can be kept in the fridge for up to a week.

Instructions

1.Soak the dried chilies in warm water for 30 minutes, then drain and remove the stems and seeds.
2.In a food processor, blend the walnuts until they are finely ground. Add the breadcrumbs, salt, cumin, and coriander, and continue to blend.
3.Add the onions and soaked chilies to the food processor, and blend until smooth.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate juice, and dash of coffee. Add this mixture to the food processor and blend until combined.

PROS

Arabic Chilli Sauce adds a delicious and spicy kick to any meal, and can be used as a dipping sauce or marinade for meats and vegetables.

This recipe uses healthy ingredients like walnuts, lemon juice, and pomegranate juice to provide flavor and nutrition.

CONS

This sauce is quite spicy, so it may not appeal to those with sensitive taste buds.

The recipe also calls for a significant amount of olive oil, which can increase the calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The walnuts in this recipe provide heart-healthy fats and protein, while the pomegranate juice is a rich source of antioxidants. Additionally, the heat from the chilies may help to boost metabolism and aid digestion.

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