Romesco Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Healthy and flavorful Romesco Sauce recipe for your pasta dishes and grilled meats
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 red peppers , quartered , seeds and stalk removed
2 red chili peppers , halved and seeded
1 red onion , cut into wedges
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves
2 large tomatoes , quartered
2 tablespoons blanched almonds , toasted
1 slice white bread , crusts removed , cut into pieces
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
160
Sugar
2g
Fat
16g
Romesco Sauce is a traditional Spanish sauce that originated in the Catalonia region. It is a versatile sauce that can be served with grilled meats, seafood, vegetables, and pasta dishes. The smoky, nutty, and slightly spicy flavor of the sauce comes from a blend of roasted red peppers, chili peppers, almonds, and bread. It is a healthy sauce that can elevate any dish with its bold flavors and beautiful red color. This Romesco Sauce recipe is a simplified version of the original recipe, which requires a mortar and pestle to crush the nuts and bread.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.Arrange red peppers, chili peppers, and onion wedges on a baking sheet and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Roast in oven for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and slightly charred.
3.In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted vegetables, garlic, tomatoes, almonds, bread, red wine vinegar, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Blend until smooth.
4.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Romesco Sauce adds a bold, nutty, and smoky flavor to any dish.

It contains heart-healthy fats from olive oil and almonds.

CONS

This sauce contains high amount of calories from olive oil and almonds.

It may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is packed with nutrients and antioxidants from the vegetables and nuts.
It is rich in vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. The red peppers and chili peppers may also help boost metabolism and improve digestion.

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