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Bravas Sauce Recipe

Bravas Sauce Recipe – Smoky & Spicy Delight for Any Dish

This Bravas Sauce recipe delivers a smoky and spicy punch, perfect for transforming any dish with a quick and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Move to any vegetable oil if needed.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots or red onion work as tasty substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Swap for gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 can (15 oz) Chopped Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes shine in summer, canned for winter.
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used if in a pinch.
  • ½ teaspoon Spicy Paprika Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Optional for enhanced umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Sherry Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Chicken stock can be used if not vegetarian.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Immersion blender or food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes. Add 1 chopped yellow onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 1-2 minutes, ensuring the garlic doesn't burn.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly for about 2-3 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  4. Mix in 1 can of chopped tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of sweet smoked paprika, and ½ teaspoon of spicy paprika. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable stock and 1 tablespoon of sherry vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently for about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, and then blend until smooth using an immersion blender or food processor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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