Description
Salsa di AOP is a simple yet flavorful Italian sauce made with garlic, olive oil, and chili peppers. Perfect for pasta, grilled meats, and vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cups (0.2 l) extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
- 9-10 dried medium to large chili peppers, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes to rehydrate, seeds removed
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Place the olive oil in a sauté pan and heat over medium heat.
- Add the sliced garlic and cook until they are just starting to brown, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the rehydrated chili peppers to the pan and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until the peppers are fragrant.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Transfer the mixture to a food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with kosher salt to taste.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
This sauce can be used over pasta, grilled vegetables, or meats. It also works well as a sandwich spread or to flavor salad dressings. Experiment with different types of chili peppers to adjust the heat level. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0