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Easy Romesco Sauce


  • Author: Mark Taylor
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Description

Romesco sauce is a vibrant Spanish condiment made from roasted red peppers and nuts, perfect for elevating grilled meats, vegetables, or as a flavorful dip.


Ingredients

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  • 2 roasted red peppers
  • 1/2 cup almonds or hazelnuts
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium tomato
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients for efficiency.
  2. Toast the nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a food processor, combine roasted peppers, toasted nuts, garlic, tomato, paprika, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Serve with bread or as a topping on grilled dishes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize by swapping almonds for hazelnuts or adding spices to suit your taste. For best flavor, roast your own peppers instead of using jarred ones.