Description
A vibrant and flavorful Romesco Sauce made from roasted red peppers, almonds, garlic, and spices, perfect for complementing various dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Roasted Red Peppers
- 1/2 cup Almonds or Hazelnuts
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Sherry Vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Roast the Peppers: Char the red peppers until blistered, then steam in a covered bowl for 15 minutes. Peel and deseed.
- Toast the Nuts: In a dry skillet, toast almonds or hazelnuts until golden brown. Cool slightly.
- Blend: Combine the roasted peppers, toasted nuts, minced garlic, olive oil, vinegar, and smoked paprika in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Season to Taste: With the machine running, drizzle in more olive oil if needed and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill and Serve: Let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Notes
This sauce can be made ahead of time and is versatile for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Romesco Sauce, vegan sauce, Spanish sauce, roasted peppers, nut sauce