Pimiento Paste
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant and versatile Pimiento Paste, a zesty blend of roasted red bell peppers, garlic, and a touch of smoky paprika. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 10 minutes, combines the natural sweetness of pimientos with the tanginess of red wine vinegar and a hint of heat from optional cayenne pepper. Perfect as a sandwich spread, a dip for fresh veggies, or a bold topping for grilled meats, this creamy, flavorful paste is a must-have condiment that brings a pop of color and taste to any dish. Make a batch today and enjoy its bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large roasted red bell peppers (pimientos)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
If using fresh red bell peppers, roast them over an open flame or in the oven until charred and blackened on all sides. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the charred skin, remove the seeds, and set aside.
In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted red bell peppers, olive oil, garlic, paprika, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the paste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, vinegar, or paprika as desired.
Transfer the pimiento paste to a sterilized jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Use as a spread on sandwiches, a dip for vegetables, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavor booster for soups and pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1094 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
