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Bravas Sauce

Irresistible Bravas Sauce - Your New Favorite Tomato Delight

Bravas Sauce is a vibrant, smoky, and spicy tomato-based sauce that elevates any dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use Spanish olive oil for authenticity
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with white onion or shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour to make it gluten-free
  • 1 can Chopped Tomatoes Use fresh for peak flavor or high-quality canned tomatoes in winter
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sweet Smoked Paprika (Pimentón Dulce) Essential for authentic Bravas Sauce flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Spicy Paprika (Pimentón Picante) Adjust for your desired spice level
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Optional but recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Sherry Vinegar (Vinagre de Jerez) Substitute with red wine vinegar or lemon juice if unavailable
For Texture
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Can be substituted with water (adjust salt accordingly)
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor; adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spicy Bravas Sauce
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add one finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  2. Introduce 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan, continuing to sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add 1 can of chopped tomatoes, along with 1 teaspoon of sweet smoked paprika and ½ teaspoon of spicy paprika. Cook for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable stock and 2 tablespoons of sherry vinegar, stirring well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  7. Remove from heat and use an immersion blender to puree the sauce until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level to taste, and consider refrigerating the sauce overnight for deeper flavors.

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