Smoky Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Smoky Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tomatoes, seeded and halved; 2 unpeeled shallots, halved; 3/4 cup olive oil; Kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup reduced poaching liquid (from Wine-Poached Shrimp); Juice of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; Freshly ground white pepper; 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

Servings: persons

4 tomatoes, seeded and halved
2 unpeeled shallots, halved
3/4 cup olive oil
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup reduced poaching liquid (from Wine-Poached Shrimp)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
Freshly ground white pepper
1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves

1
Prepare a medium-hot fire (400F) in a wood-fired grill.
2
Or, if poaching the shrimp in an oven, cook the tomatoes and shallots there as well.
3
Place them on a grate or a grill pan to mark and cook as directed.
4
Combine the tomatoes, shallots, 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, salt, and the black pepper in a bowl and toss to coat.
5
Grill the tomatoes and shallots, cut side down, for 15 minutes, or until they are softened and the skins have shriveled.
6
Remove from the grill and spread on a baking sheet to cool to the touch.
7
Remove the tomato skins and shallot peels, then chop the vegetables.
8
Combine in a bowl along with any juices and set aside.
9
Whisk the poaching liquid, lemon juice, and vinegar together in a bowl.
10
Gradually whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup olive oil to make an emulsion.
11
Stir into the tomato mixture and add salt and white pepper to taste.
12
Stir in the chopped herbs.
13
Set aside for 20 minutes for the flavors to come together.
14
Serve as a dip for the shrimp.

431

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 tomatoes, seeded and halved, 2 unpeeled shallots, halved, 3/4 cup olive oil, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Smoky Tomato 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.

Smoky Tomato Sauce

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