Red Chili Sauce for Kebabs of Gyros

Elevate your kebabs and gyros with this bold and smoky Red Chili Sauce, a perfect blend of heat and tangy richness. Packed with dried red chilies, garlic, tomato paste, and smoky paprika, this sauce delivers a fiery kick balanced by a splash of red wine vinegar and a hint of sweetness. The earthy cumin and fresh parsley round out the flavors, creating a versatile condiment that's equally delicious as a drizzle or dipping sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, this homemade masterpiece is the ultimate accompaniment to Mediterranean-inspired dishes, guaranteed to impress at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Dried red chilies
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Soak the dried red chilies in warm water for 15 minutes to soften. Remove seeds for a milder sauce (optional).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add garlic cloves and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 4

Transfer the garlic to a blender or food processor along with the softened red chilies.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste, red wine vinegar, sugar, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and water to the blender.

Step 6

Blend until the mixture becomes smooth. You can adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove from heat and allow to cool. Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve drizzled over kebabs or gyros, or use as a dipping sauce. Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(186.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	384.3

Total Fat 29.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1220.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 82.1mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 779.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 27.9%