Chapter 9: Poultry And Meat, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

Difficulty: Beginner
Smoky Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Sauce
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This vibrant sauce is a versatile condiment perfect for enhancing grilled meats, poultry, or roasted vegetables. Combining sweet, charred roasted red peppers with sharp garlic and a hint of sherry vinegar, it offers a complex balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. The addition of honey rounds out the acidity, while smoked paprika deepens the aroma. Ideal as a marinade base, a dip for crusty bread, or a finishing sauce for Mediterranean-inspired main courses, it adds instant depth and richness to simple dishes.

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Chapter 9: Poultry And Meat, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

Difficulty: Beginner
Calories: 93.2

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This vibrant sauce is a versatile condiment perfect for enhancing grilled meats, poultry, or roasted vegetables. Combining sweet, charred roasted red peppers with sharp garlic and a hint of sherry vinegar, it offers a complex balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. The addition of honey rounds out the acidity, while smoked paprika deepens the aroma. Ideal as a marinade base, a dip for crusty bread, or a finishing sauce for Mediterranean-inspired main courses, it adds instant depth and richness to simple dishes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the jarred roasted red peppers and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Place the dried red peppers, sliced garlic cloves, extra-virgin olive oil, sherry vinegar, honey, and smoked paprika into a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt or additional vinegar if desired.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl or jar and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts


Amount Per Serving
Calories 93.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g12%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 5.3g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 3.5g
Protein 0.6g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: roasted red peppers, garlic sauce, smoked paprika, sherry vinegar, mediterranean, dip, marinade, olive oil, honey, smoky, tangy, condiment, vegetarian, easy recipe, grilling sauce
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