Shrimp in Romesco Sauce

Name: Shrimp in Romesco Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds shrimp (cleaned and shelled, tail on or off, your choice); 2 Tbsp olive oil; 8 ounces roasted red peppers (mine were from a jar but you can roast them yourself); 1 clove garlic (peeled); 1/2 cup toasted almonds (unsalted (whole, slivered, or sliced)); 3-4 Tbsp tomato paste (I used the kind from the tube (you can also use tomato puree)); 2-3 Tbsp Sherry vinegar; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (more for more heat); 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (use the good stuff!); salt and pepper to taste; fresh parsley leaves for garnish

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:5min

Shrimp in Romesco Sauce ~ serve this grilled shrimp and bold roasted red pepper sauce along with some crusty bread for a Spanish style tapas menu. It's a wonderful way to celebrate the return of warmer weather.

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 04:12:09 GMT