02 Oct Sweet Pepper Sauce
This recipe was inspired by a meal I had at a restaurant a few weeks ago. I ordered a steak and it came with three dipping sauces- one of which was a red pepper sauce. It was a unique and tasty addition to my meal so I thought I would recreate it. This sauce is both sweet and savory, has a little kick because of the addition of the hot pepper, and has some hints of smokiness because of the smoked paprika. You can pair it with your favorite grilled protein and some hand cut French fries like I did or you can use it as a pasta sauce, spread it on a sandwich, dip fresh bread it in, or even use it on pizza.
Sweet Pepper Sauce
Ingredients:
6 sweet peppers, cut in half with seeds and stems removed
1 hot pepper, stem removed and cut in half (remove seeds and membranes if you want less heat)
1 medium onion, cut into eighths
5 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
2 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
1 tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp honey
½ tsp smoked paprika
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place peppers, onion, and garlic in a large bowl. Add oil, salt, and pepper. Toss vegetables to coat.
- Place vegetables on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Remove and let cool for a couple of minutes. Peel garlic.
- Place roasted garlic, onion, and peppers in blender. Add any roasting juices that are on the pan as well. Add honey and smoked paprika.
- Blend the vegetables until you get a smooth consistency.
- Serve hot or cold.
- Store in airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze.
Recipe and photos by Stephanie Borzio. Stephanie is a mom of three active boys and is an autoimmune warrior. After battling her own health for several years, Stephanie found healing through food and lifestyle changes, including joining Blooming Glen Farm CSA of which she is a long time member. She is a Board Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who is passionate about sharing healthy living tips and real food recipes. Instagram and Facebook: Tru You Essentials; Website: www.truyouessentials.com