Silky Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Silky Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large red bell peppers, roasted; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion, minced; 3 tablespoons fresh basil (or 1 1/2 tsp. dried); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram (or 1 tsp. dried); salt; ½ cup dry white wine; ¼ cup tomato puree; 2 cups water (or vegetable stock); 2 -3 teaspoons white wine vinegar (or lemon juice); 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Servings: persons

3 large red bell peppers, roasted
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, minced
3 tablespoons fresh basil (or 1 1/2 tsp. dried)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram (or 1 tsp. dried)
salt
½ cup dry white wine
¼ cup tomato puree
2 cups water (or vegetable stock)
2 -3 teaspoons white wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 tablespoon butter (optional)

1
Coarsely chop the peeled peppers.
2
Warm the olive oil in a medium skillet with the onion and half the herbs.
3
Add the peppers and 1/2 teaspoons salt and cook over medium heat until the onion is soft, about 10 minutes.
4
Add the wine and cook until it's syrupy, then add the tomato puree, paste, and water.
5
Simmer, covered, for 25 minutes.
6
Puree, then pass through a food mill.
7
Season to tastte with the vinegar and stir in the butter(it rounds the flavors and gives the sauce a silky sheen).
8
Reheat before serving and stir in the remaining herbs at the last minute.

139

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large red bell peppers, roasted, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 onion, minced, 3 tablespoons fresh basil (or 1 1/2 tsp. dried), and more.

Yes, Silky Red Pepper Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Silky Red Pepper Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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