Shrimp in Romesco Sauce

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Many of us have heard of romesco sauce, eaten romesco sauce, and wished we had a good recipe for romesco sauce. Well, that wait is over, because I have a great recipe for you. But the question remains: just what is romesco sauce?

Simply put, romesco sauce is from Catalonia, an area in eastern Spain, and the key ingredients are red bell peppers, almonds, and pimentón (a Spanish smoked paprika). A friend once jokingly called it the Spanish version of ketchup, but romesco has a wonderful depth to it that elevates it way beyond a condiment. The almonds add a nutty flavor, and give the peppers a smooth texture, while pimentón adds a distinctive, smoky aroma.

This recipe calls for shrimp, but romesco is delicious on all kinds of fish, chicken, even as a spread on bread. Take your first bite, close your eyes, and the flavors in this dish will transport you to Spain.

Note: begin by blistering the red peppers in a broiler on high. “Blistering” peppers pronounces the sweetness, adds flavor, and also creates space between the skin and the fruit of the pepper. The more charred the peppers are, the easier they will be to peel.

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