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Roasted red pepper sauce garnished with fresh basil leaves
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Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

A super easy way to elevate any meal, this roasted red pepper sauce is a real keeper! Creamy, tangy, and smoky-sweet, the flavors are unique and comforting at the same time! And its remarkable versatility means this sauce can be used any day and any time to liven up any meal.
Makes 3½-4 cups
Course Condiment, sauce
Cuisine African
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 48kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 red bell peppers
  • 1-2 green jalapenos
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup water, more or less as needed
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450℉/232℃.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan and add the chopped red onions. Stir for about 8 minutes until soft and slightly browned.
  • Add the chopped garlic and stir until fragrant. Take the pan off the heat and let it cool.
  • Cut the bell peppers and jalapenos in half lengthwise. Discard the seeds and membranes.
  • Place the pepper and jalapeno halves, skin side up, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Flatten the pepper halves with your hand.
  • Drizzle or lightly brush the peppers with oil and roast them for 25 minutes. They will begin to char slightly.
  • Remove from the oven and immediately place only the red bell peppers in a bowl and cover with a kitchen towel. This will help the skin to come loose. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then peel and discard the skin.
  • Add the roast peppers, jalapenos, sauteed onion and garlic, tomato paste, lemon juice, water, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor.
  • Process or blend until smooth or until you reach the desired consistency. Taste test and season with a little more salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

  1. This recipe is perfect for doubling! Double (or triple!) the amounts, then freeze the sauce in small containers so it's easy to defrost for a quick weeknight meal.
  2. Depending on their ripeness, the peppers may have a slightly bitter taste. Adding a sprinkle of sugar while blending should counteract the bitterness.
  3. If you'd like a hearty pasta dish, you can pour this mouthwatering sauce over your favorite pasta, then top it with sliced grilled meat, chicken, fish, or shrimp.
  4. Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 450mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 38mg