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Bravas Sauce Recipe

Irresistible Bravas Sauce Recipe: Bold and Flavorful Delight

This Bravas Sauce Recipe offers a bold and flavorful delight, perfect for enhancing your meals with a taste of Spain.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 70

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Using Spanish olive oil enhances authenticity.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with white onion or shallots.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Increase for more garlic flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes in summer or canned in winter work well.
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Smoked Paprika La Chinata brand is highly recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Spicy Paprika Adjust quantity to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Sherry Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Can be replaced with water, but may need more seasoning.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • hand blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Authentic Bravas Sauce Recipe
  1. In a medium saucepan, pour in 3 tablespoons of olive oil and set the heat to medium. Allow the oil to warm for about 2 minutes until it shimmers gently.
  2. Add one finely chopped yellow onion to the hot oil. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn translucent and soft. Then, introduce 3 minced garlic cloves and continue to stir for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring continuously for about 2-3 minutes. This helps to cook out the raw flour taste while blending it into the onion and garlic mix.
  4. Next, add 1 cup of chopped tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of sweet smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon of spicy paprika to the saucepan. Stir these ingredients together, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable stock and 1 tablespoon of sherry vinegar, stirring well to combine. Raise the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat. Using a hand blender, blend the mixture until completely smooth.
  7. Finally, taste your sauce and adjust with salt as needed. Let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days or can be frozen for future use. Adjust spices according to your preference and feel free to experiment with flavors.

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