Ingredients
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 1/2 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 seedless cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 slice good quality white bread, crust removed and torn
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, grated into a paste
- 2 to 3 small ribs celery, from the heart with leafy tops, chopped
- Small handful flat-leaf fresh parsley leaves
- Few leaves fresh basil, torn
- 1 (28-ounce) can Italian San Marzano tomatoes
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Char the bell pepper over an open flame or under the broiler. Place in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. When cool, peel, seed, roughly chop, and add to the food processor. Add the chile peppers, cucumber, bread, onion, garlic, celery, parsley, basil, tomatoes, a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Process until fairly smooth. Place in small pitcher and chill along with small shot glasses for serving.
















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By lisa.kirchner_1...
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on January 18, 2011
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Good, I did not have chile pepper so I substituted hot sauce. Also, added cilantro in addition to basil and parsley
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