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Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce
Italian-inspired sauce with Calabrian chiles and sweet roasted garlic. Moderately spicy.
Prep Time
50 min
Difficulty
medium
Consistency
thick
Ingredients
9 items- 1 jar (10 oz) Calabrian chiles in oil
- 2 heads garlic, roasted
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1Roast garlic heads at 400°F wrapped in foil until soft, about 40 minutes.
- 2Squeeze out roasted garlic cloves.
- 3Blend with Calabrian chiles (including their oil), olive oil, vinegar, tomato paste, and seasonings until desired consistency.
- 4No additional cooking needed.
- 5Refrigerate for up to 1 month.
- 6Amazing on pizza, pasta, or grilled vegetables.
Flavor Profile
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Best For
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Frequently Asked Questions
How spicy is Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce?
Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce is rated as medium heat — moderately spicy with a noticeable but manageable kick. You can adjust the heat by using fewer peppers or removing the seeds and membranes.
How long does it take to make Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce?
Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce requires 50 minutes of prep time. It's a relatively quick recipe to prepare.
What peppers are used in Roasted Garlic Calabrian Chile Sauce?
This recipe uses: 1 jar (10 oz) Calabrian chiles in oil, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. You can adjust the types of peppers used based on your heat preference and availability.

