Spicy paste of roasted red bell peppers
This simple yet spicy seasoning paste can be used to add a unique flavour to vegetables, or as a accompaniment to chicken. It can also be used to add flavour to soups and sauces, but be sure to use it with moderation
Ingredients (i)
330 g jarred roasted red bell peppers - net weight, drain and rinse before use
70 g tomato paste
6 cloves garlic - peel
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons lemon juice - freshly squeezed
1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
1 teaspoon salt - to your taste
black pepper - freshly ground from a pepper mill, to your taste
ground cayenne pepper - to your taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients according to the list above and read through the recipe before starting
- Add (i) into a food processor330 g jarred roasted red bell peppers, 70 g tomato paste, 6 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper
- Let it run for several minutes until you obtain a smooth texture
- When done put aside for use in different dishes
Notes
Add grounded cayenne pepper according to your taste but be careful and taste it first
Can be stored in the fridge for 2 to 3 weeks
Can be frozen for up to 2 to 3 months. For easy use freeze it as individual portions or cubes using an ice cube tray
Nutrition Facts
Spicy paste of roasted red bell peppers
Serving Size
1 tablespoon
Amount per Serving
Calories
15
% Daily Value*
Fat
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Potassium
71
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.5
g
2
%
Sugar
0.5
g
1
%
Protein
0.4
g
1
%
Sodium
372
mg
16
%
Vitamin A
142
IU
3
%
Vitamin B1
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B2
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin B3
0.2
mg
1
%
Vitamin B5
0.02
mg
0
%
Vitamin B6
0.05
mg
3
%
Vitamin C
9
mg
11
%
Vitamin E
0.3
mg
2
%
Vitamin K
1
µg
1
%
Calcium
13
mg
1
%
Copper
0.04
mg
2
%
Folate
3
µg
1
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
Manganese
0.1
mg
5
%
Magnesium
5
mg
1
%
Phosphorus
10
mg
1
%
Selenium
0.4
µg
1
%
Zinc
0.1
mg
1
%
Choline
2
mg
Net Carbohydrates
1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
The information shown is an estimation only and not a substitute for professional advice.