Portuguese-Style Red Pepper Paste

Submitted by Bev I Am

"This sauce makes a delicious accompaniment to grilled fish or vegetables. From Eating Well."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 2 1/2 cups

ingredients

• 4 large red bell peppers, roasted and cut into chunks
• 1 fresh jalapenos or 1 serrano pepper, roasted and cut into chunks
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

directions

1. Put roasted peppers, salt, garlic and 1 TBS oil in a blender, blend until smooth.
2. Slowly add remaining 2 TBs oil, blending until the paste is the consistency of whipped cream.
3. Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
4. Note: The paste will keep in the refridgerator for up to 4 days.
5. If it separates a little, drain off liquid.

Reviews

[rosslare]

Very interesting and healthy way to make a condiment with a plenty zing and color to it.