Ingredients

The following ingredients have 1 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red chili pepper (chopped (mild or hot - see recipe notes))
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika (or more to taste - cayenne pepper is a good substitute)
  • 14 ounce diced tomatoes (1 can, or use fresh)
  • 3 tablespoons vinegar (use white wine, sherry, or red wine vinegar)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, for sweetness)

Instruction

  • Heat the oil in a pot or saucepan to medium heat. Add the onions and peppers and cook them down for 5 minutes to soften.
  • Add the garlic and cook another minute, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  • Add the smoked paprika, hot paprika (or cayenne), diced tomatoes, vinegar, salt and sugar if using. Stir.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
  • Transfer the bravas sauce to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  • Serve!