Romesco sauce

Romesco sauce is one of those magical Mediterranean staples that instantly transforms a simple meal into something vibrant and memorable. Originating from the Catalan coast of Spain, it’s traditionally served with grilled fish and charred vegetables — but its smoky, nutty richness works beautifully with everything from roast chicken to weeknight pasta. Made from roasted peppers, nuts, and paprika, this bold Spanish sauce comes together in minutes and delivers incredible flavour with almost no effort.

Warm it gently and pour it over your favourite traybake, or keep it chilled for dipping and spreading. However you serve it, romesco is a brilliantly versatile flavour booster to keep in your fridge throughout the week.

Serving Suggestions: Romesco Sauce

With roasted vegetables and chicken — warm gently and spoon over for a silky, smoky finish.
With grilled fish or prawns — its Catalan roots shine when paired with seafood.
As a dip — serve chilled with crusty bread, crudités, or roasted potatoes.
With pasta — loosen with a splash of pasta water for a quick, vibrant sauce.
On sandwiches or wraps — spread onto toasted sourdough with mozzarella or charred veg.
With eggs — drizzle over fried or poached eggs, or swirl into shakshuka.
As a marinade — mix with extra olive oil and brush over veg or chicken before roasting.
With grilled lamb or steak — adds smoky depth and a bright Mediterranean lift

Romesco sauce

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Prep Time 10

Course Sauce, Side Dish

Cuisine Spanish

Servings 6 people

Equipment

1 Blender

Ingredients

3 red roasted red peppers, jarred
400 g can chopped tomatoes
50 g almonds
2 large garlic cloves
1 tbsp sherry vinegar
2 sun-dried tomatoes
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp chipotle chilli flakes

Instructions

In a dry small frying pan, toast the almonds over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
In a food processor or blender add the roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, sherry vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, smoked paprika, cayenne and chilli flakes.
Refridgerate in an airtight container until your ready to use. This sauce can be warmed through or served cold.