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Romesco Sauce (with grilled vegetables)

Spanish · Mediterranean Top Pick GRILL

8/10

Catalan sauce of roasted red peppers, tomatoes, almonds, hazelnuts, and garlic, served with calcots or grilled vegetables.

Vegetarian Small Plate & Appetizer Home Cook Friendly V Vegetarian E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Charring the peppers and tomatoes adds smoky complexity. The nut oils emulsify with the olive oil, creating a rich, velvety texture that clings to grilled food.

Key Ingredients

roasted red peppers tomatoes almonds hazelnuts garlic sherry vinegar smoked paprika olive oil

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