Calçots with Romesco Sauce
Calçots are a type of scallion from Catalonia, Spain. They are traditionally grilled and served with Romesco sauce, a nut and red pepper-based sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Vinegar - 2 tablespoons
- Parsley - 1/2 cup
- Garlic - 2 cloves
- Almonds - 1/2 cup, toasted
- Tomatoes - 2, roasted and peeled
- Red bell peppers - 2, roasted and peeled
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Calçots - 12
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Brush the calçots with olive oil and grill until charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
- While the calçots are grilling, prepare the Romesco sauce. In a food processor, combine the roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, parsley, vinegar, and salt and pepper. Process until smooth.
- Serve the grilled calçots with the Romesco sauce on the side for dipping.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 3g
