Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

plum tomato

cored and quartered

16 unit

almonds

toasted

1 tbsp

roasted red pepper

coarsely jarred

2 cloves

garlic

small

0.11 tsp

cayenne

1 tsp

kosher salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 tbsp

red-wine vinegar

4 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

0.75 lb

red potatoes

small

0.5 unit

lemons

finely grated zest

0.25 cup

flat parsley

fresh leaves

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2
~3 min

Prepare Romesco sauce: Combine tomato, almonds, roasted red pepper, garlic, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a food processor.

Step 3
~3 min

Process until somewhat smooth, scraping the bowl as needed.

Step 4
~3 min

Add vinegar and 1 tablespoon of olive oil; process until incorporated.

Step 5
~3 min

Taste and adjust salt if needed.

Step 6
~3 min

Prepare potatoes: Trim potato ends and slice crosswise into 1/8- to 1/4-inch slices.

Step 7
~3 min

Toss potatoes with remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 8
~3 min

Arrange potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Step 9
~3 min

Roast, turning halfway, until golden brown, 20-30 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Cool slightly.

Step 11
~3 min

Arrange potato slices on a serving platter and blot excess oil.

Step 12
~3 min

Top each slice with Romesco sauce.

Step 13
~3 min

Garnish with lemon zest and parsley leaf.

Step 14
~3 min

Sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before using.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy potatoes, parboil them for a few minutes before roasting.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Romesco sauce can be made 3 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as an appetizer with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Roasted vegetables
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain

Cultural Significance

Romesco sauce is a traditional Catalan sauce.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tapas
Holiday meals

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday gathering
Weekend meal

Popularity Score

70/100