Calçots with Romesco

Calçots with Romesco is a traditional Spanish dish that features sweet, tender spring onions grilled to perfection and served with a rich, nutty romesco sauce. This delightful combination offers a smoky flavor and a unique culinary experience, perfect for a cozy supper.

Ingredients

• Calçots - 8 pieces
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Romesco sauce - 100 grams
• Tomatoes (ripe) - 2 medium
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Toasted almonds - 30 grams
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Paprika (smoked) - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or oven to a high temperature (about 220°C or 428°F).
2. Prepare the calçots by trimming the roots and removing any damaged outer layers.
3. Drizzle the calçots with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
4. Place the calçots directly on the grill or in the oven. Grill for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are charred and tender.
5. While the calçots are grilling, prepare the romesco sauce. Roast the tomatoes and red bell pepper on the grill or in the oven for about 10 minutes until slightly charred.
6. In a food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, red bell pepper, garlic, toasted almonds, red wine vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Blend until smooth, adding a little olive oil if necessary to achieve a creamy consistency.
8. Once the calçots are done, remove them from the grill and serve hot with the romesco sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 540 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from the vegetables.
• Good source of healthy fats from the olive oil and almonds.

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