Sugar-Free Algerian Sauce

Transform your meals with this vibrant and zesty Sugar-Free Algerian Sauce, a healthier twist on the traditional North African classic. Bursting with bold flavors, this sauce combines smoky roasted red bell pepper, tangy tomato and harissa pastes, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, all elevated with a hint of fresh lemon juice. Free from added sugars, it's a guilt-free condiment that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or warm flatbreads. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet exotic recipe is perfect for anyone looking to spice up their culinary repertoire while keeping it wholesome. Try this homemade Algerian sauce and bring global flavors right to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Harissa paste
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the red bell pepper on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, until its skin is charred and blistered.

Step 3

Remove the pepper from the oven and transfer it to a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let it steam for 5 minutes. This will make the skin easier to peel.

Step 4

Meanwhile, finely mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.

Step 5

Once the pepper is cool enough to handle, peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and roughly chop it.

Step 6

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red bell pepper, tomato paste, harissa paste, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin powder, paprika, lemon juice, salt, cayenne pepper, and water.

Step 7

Blend or process the mixture until smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and gently heat over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.

Step 10

Let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving with your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(328.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	509.2

Total Fat 45.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1401.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 5.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 72.0mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 840.9mg	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: 79.0%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 17.1%