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Chapter 9: Poultry And Meat, The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook

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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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Difficulty: Beginner
Calories: 93.2
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
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
  • 2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Garlic cloves, sliced thin
  • 1 cups Jarred roasted red peppers, rinsed and patted dry
  • 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
  • 1 teaspoons Honey
Directions
  1. 1
    Rinse the jarred roasted red peppers and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. 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. 3
    Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. 4
    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt or additional vinegar if desired.
  5. 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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