Sweet Bell Pepper Gyro Sauce
This Sweet Bell Pepper Gyro Sauce offers a delightful twist on the traditional Greek tzatziki, delivering a flavorful and vibrant alternative. With its rich blend of sweet red peppers, tomatoes, and a hint of sweetness, this sauce is versatile enough to accompany kabobs, enhance pita sandwiches, or serve as a flavorful topping over rice. Its curry-like texture and bold flavor profile make it a unique and memorable addition to your culinary repertoire.
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
tomato puree
1/2 cup (none)
sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
cider vinegar
3 tablespoons (none)
olive oil
1 tablespoon (none)
onion
1 medium (peeled and sliced thin)
sweet red peppers or green bell peppers
3 (sliced thin)
cubanelle pepper
1 medium (sliced thin)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
to taste (none)
tomatoes
4 (sliced thin)
hot water
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the tomato base: In a medium bowl, combine the tomato puree, sugar, and cider vinegar. Mix well and set this mixture aside for later use.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté them until their edges start to turn golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.
3
Add the sliced sweet red peppers and cubanelle pepper to the skillet. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Continue to sauté the peppers with the onions over medium-low heat for about 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4
Carefully stir the sliced tomatoes into the skillet, ensuring they are evenly distributed among the other ingredients.
5
Gently pour the tomato puree mixture into the skillet and stir to combine all the contents thoroughly.
6
Add the hot water to the skillet and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, which should take approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sweet Bell Pepper Gyro Sauce?
It is a flavorful and vibrant alternative to traditional Greek tzatziki, featuring a rich blend of sweet red peppers and tomatoes with a curry-like texture.
Can this sauce be used for kabobs?
Yes, it is versatile enough to accompany kabobs, enhance pita sandwiches, or serve as a flavorful topping over rice.
What is the texture of this sauce?
The sauce has a unique, curry-like texture and a bold flavor profile.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to yield approximately 20 servings.
What ingredients are used for the tomato base?
The tomato base consists of tomato puree, sugar, and cider vinegar.
How long do I sauté the onions?
The onions should be sautéed in olive oil for approximately 5 minutes until their edges start to turn golden brown.
What types of peppers are required for this recipe?
You will need 3 sweet red peppers (or green bell peppers) and 1 medium cubanelle pepper.
How should the peppers be prepared?
The peppers should be sliced thin before being added to the skillet.
When should I add the tomatoes to the skillet?
The sliced tomatoes should be stirred into the skillet after the peppers and onions have sautéed for a few minutes.
How much olive oil is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of olive oil for sautéing.
Is cider vinegar used in this sauce?
Yes, 3 tablespoons of cider vinegar are mixed into the tomato base.
How much sugar is added to the sauce?
The recipe includes 1 tablespoon of sugar.
How long should the sauce simmer?
The sauce should simmer uncovered for approximately 45 to 60 minutes.
What consistency should the sauce have when finished?
The sauce should be simmered until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
Should I cover the skillet while the sauce simmers?
No, the sauce should be allowed to simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally.
What kind of onions are used?
The recipe uses 1 medium onion that has been peeled and sliced thin.
How many tomatoes are needed?
You will need 4 tomatoes, which should be sliced thin.
Is the water added to the sauce hot or cold?
The recipe specifies adding 1 cup of hot water to the skillet.
At what heat should the onions be sautéed?
The onions should be sautéed over medium-high heat.
When do I add salt and pepper?
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste when adding the peppers to the skillet.
Is this sauce a traditional Greek tzatziki?
No, it is described as a delightful and vibrant alternative to traditional tzatziki.
What cuisine style does this sauce fit?
It fits Mediterranean flavor profiles and is ideal for Greek cuisine.
Can I use green bell peppers instead of red?
Yes, the recipe allows for the use of either sweet red peppers or green bell peppers.
How many ingredients are in total?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
What is the preparation for the tomatoes?
The 4 tomatoes should be sliced thin.
What do I mix with the tomato puree first?
In a medium bowl, combine the tomato puree with sugar and cider vinegar.
How long do the peppers sauté before adding tomatoes?
The peppers should sauté with the onions for about 2 to 3 minutes before the tomatoes are added.
What should I do after adding the hot water?
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook until it thickens.
Is this sauce sweet?
Yes, the sauce features a hint of sweetness from the sugar and sweet red peppers.
Can this sauce be used as a dip?
While primarily a sauce for gyros and kabobs, its thick texture makes it a versatile accompaniment or topping.