Red Chili Sauce for Kebabs of Gyros
Elevate your kebabs and gyros with this bold and smoky Red Chili Sauce, a perfect blend of heat and tangy richness. Packed with dried red chilies, garlic, tomato paste, and smoky paprika, this sauce delivers a fiery kick balanced by a splash of red wine vinegar and a hint of sweetness. The earthy cumin and fresh parsley round out the flavors, creating a versatile condiment that's equally delicious as a drizzle or dipping sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade masterpiece is the ultimate accompaniment to Mediterranean-inspired dishes, guaranteed to impress at your next gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Dried red chilies
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for 15 minutes to soften. Remove seeds for a milder sauce (optional).
Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic cloves and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
Transfer the garlic to a blender or food processor along with the softened red chilies.
Add the tomato paste, red wine vinegar, sugar, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and water to the blender.
Blend until the mixture becomes smooth. You can adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and allow to cool. Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
Serve drizzled over kebabs or gyros, or use as a dipping sauce. Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
384 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*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.
