Salsa Brava

Transform your dishes with a bold burst of flavor by preparing this authentic Salsa Brava, a staple of Spanish cuisine. This fiery yet well-balanced sauce combines aromatic sautéed onions and garlic with rich crushed tomatoes, smoky paprika, and a touch of cayenne pepper for a hint of heat. The addition of tangy red wine vinegar and a pinch of sugar creates a vibrant, harmonious flavor profile that's perfect for drizzling over crispy patatas bravas or serving as a dipping sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple simmer on the stove, this recipe offers an easy way to elevate your tapas night. Garnished with fresh parsley and blended to silky perfection, this homemade Salsa Brava captures the essence of Spain in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 handful fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute to release their flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine with the sautéed onion, garlic, and spices.

Step 6

Add the red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to simmer gently on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or vinegar to taste.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly.

Step 10

Finely chop the fresh parsley, adding it to the sauce for a fresh touch.

Step 11

Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce directly in the saucepan until smooth, or transfer the sauce to a traditional blender and blend until smooth, returning it to the pan when finished.

Step 12

Transfer the Salsa Brava to a serving bowl or pour it over freshly cooked patatas bravas. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(671.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	609.0

Total Fat 44.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1705.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 9.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206.3mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2012.1mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 31.8%