Roasted Red Pepper Pizza Sauce Recipe
A vibrant, smoky roasted red pepper sauce that transforms basic pizza into a flavor-packed masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 4 large red bell peppers roasted and peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Roast the peppers: Place bell peppers on a baking tray and broil until the skins are charred, turning occasionally (about 10 minutes).
- Cool and peel: Transfer peppers to a covered bowl to steam. Peel off the charred skin and remove seeds.
- Sauté garlic: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Add roasted peppers, tomato paste, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, sugar, and balsamic vinegar.
- Blend: Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Simmer: Return the sauce to the saucepan and cook over low heat for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Serve or store: Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving - ¼ cup):
- Calories: 50
- Total Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Vitamin C: 45%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Iron: 3%
- Potassium: 6%
- Magnesium: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Fire-roasted shortcut: Use jarred roasted peppers for a quicker version.
- Texture tip: Blend less for a chunky sauce if you love a rustic vibe.
- Flavor boost: Add a splash of red wine for depth.