
Sofrito is a sauce that is used as a base for many Mediterranean dishes, including soups and sauces. It is a flavorful condiment over chicken, fish, and vegetables. For fans of spicy foods, substitute some or all of the bell peppers in the recipe for hotter peppers.
Serves 20
Serving Size: 5 tablespoons
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2-3 garlic cloves, pressed
- 2 medium green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- ½ large white onion, chopped
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- ½ tablespoon dried basil
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Directions:
- Place all ingredients in a saucepan and cover.
- Simmer very slowly for two hours, stirring occasionally.
- Add water if thinner consistency is desired.
Nutrition Information per Serving:(Based on 3 garlic cloves, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper)
- Serving Size: 5 tablespoons
- Vegetables: ¼ cup
- Fruits: 0 cups
- Calories: 23 calories
- Carbohydrates: 2 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 0 grams
- Fat: 1 gram
- Sodium: 31 mg