Red Pepper Coulis Recipe

Elevate your simple meals with this vibrant Red Pepper Coulis! Sweet, spicy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this easy-to-make sauce is the perfect topping for burgers (vegetarian or otherwise!), grilled fish, chicken, or even cornmeal-crusted eggplant. Get ready to transform your dinner from ordinary to extraordinary in just 55 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 680.6 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Red Pepper Coulis

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How to Make Red Pepper Coulis

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cups chopped sweet red peppers and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
  4. Add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, over medium heat for another 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
  6. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained) and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot over your favorite dish!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

38g

Carbs

13g