Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 whole red bell peppers

  • 4 tbsp hot water

  • 1 tsp chicken-flavored bouillon granules

  • Pinch of ground black pepper

  • ½ cup cream

Tired of the same old condiments on your grilled meals? Meet your new flavor hero: Roasted Red Pepper Sauce. With smoky depth, velvety creaminess, and just the right amount of savory bite, this sauce elevates everything from chicken sandwiches to grilled shrimp.

Perfect for impressing guests—or just treating yourself—this simple blender sauce comes together in under 20 minutes.

Cooking Steps

  • 1

    Cut red peppers in half and remove seeds.

  • 2

    Lightly toast them on a grill or bake at 300°F for 10 minutes.

  • 3

    Peel off skins, dice the peppers, and transfer to a blender.

  • 4

    Dissolve bouillon in hot water, then pour it into the blender.

  • 5

    Blend, slowly adding cream. (Don’t over-blend or it may turn to butter!)

  • 6

    Season with black pepper. Yields ~1 cup.

Serving Ideas:

  • Grilled Chicken Sandwich: Mix sauce with a little mayo and spread generously.

  • Shrimp Skewers or Scallops: Drizzle sauce for a restaurant-worthy finish.

  • Vegetable Dip or Pasta Toss: Works cold or warm.

This versatile sauce brings a rich, smoky punch to summer meals.

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