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Romesco Sauce

Cultural Context

Romesco sauce originates from the Catalonia region of Spain, where it was traditionally served with fish and vegetables. This vibrant sauce showcases the region's rich agricultural heritage, using local ingredients like roasted peppers and almonds. Today, Romesco has gained popularity beyond Spain, often enjoyed as a dip or condiment in various cuisines worldwide.

SpanishESother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
5 bell peppers
6 vine tomatoes
2 baby handfuls almonds
1 baby handful toasted hazelnuts
2 baby handful parsley
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili flakes
juice of one lemon
4 cloves garlic
1 tsp vinegar

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile with health benefits.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is often more accessible and has a milder taste.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper adds heat without the cost of specialty paprika.

1

Preheat to 200C/392F.

2

Half bell peppers and remove seeds, lay skin side up on a baking tray (lined with parchment).

3

Roast tomatoes, garlic cloves (in the skin) and bell pepper for 5-7 minutes on the high shelf until charred and soft.

4

In a blender add all the ingredients (after removing the skin from garlic) and blend.

Cooking Techniques

roastingblending

Equipment Needed

blenderbaking tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Salsa Romesco
Local Name: Salsa romesco

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