Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce
“Discover the joy of making Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.”

🤖 Why This Recipe Matches Your Mood
Discover the joy of making Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
This Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce brings the passion of Spanish cuisine to your table. From tapas bars in Barcelona to family kitchens in Andalusia, Spanish cooking celebrates bold flavors and convivial dining.
Spanish food is meant to be shared, savored slowly, and enjoyed with good company.
📋 Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce
📝 Ingredients
- •1 (15 ounce) can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, drained
- •2 red bell peppers
- •3 cloves of garlic, peeled & rough chopped
- •¼ cup smoked almonds, toasted & rough chopped
- •2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- •1 tablespoon sugar
- •2 tablespoons fresh oregano
- •2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley
- •1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •½ teaspoon chili powder
- •½ cup olive oil
- •Kosher salt & freshly cracked black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Fire up your grill to roast the red bell peppers. Lightly coat the red peppers with olive oil & place on a pre-heated grill over high heat. Turn the peppers occasionally to char the skin black 10 to 15 minutes.
- 2
Remove the peppers from the grill & place in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap 10 minutes. Peel & discard the skin, seeds & veins; Rough chop the peppers & place in a food processor.
- 3
Add all the other ingredients & pulse until blended. Slowly add the olive oil & blend until smooth. Season with salt & pepper.
- 4
You can serve the romesco sauce at room temperature or chilled. If needed, gently warm the sauce over low heat. Over heating the sauce will could cause it to separate. If so, pour separated sauce in a blender & process for 1 minute.
💡 Why This Recipe?
Discover the joy of making Spanish “Ketchup” – Romesco Sauce at home. This 45-minute spanish recipe delivers authentic flavors that will make your taste buds sing.
⭐ Pro Tips
- 1Read the entire recipe before starting to avoid surprises
- 2Prep all ingredients before cooking (mise en place) for a smoother experience
- 3For best results, use fresh, high-quality tomatoes
- 4Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
🥗 Nutrition Information
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