Salsa Brava

6 steps. Take it one step at a time.

1. 01

   Heat the olive oil

   Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.

   5 min
2. 02

   Add the minced garlic

   Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

   1 min
3. 03

   Stir in the flour and both types of smoked paprika

   Stir in the flour and both types of smoked paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to toast the spices and flour without burning them.

   2 min
4. 04

   Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth

   Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth to prevent lumps from forming. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

5. 05

   Let the sauce simmer

   Let the sauce simmer for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens to a coating consistency. Season with salt and add sherry vinegar if using.

   10 min
6. 06

   Remove from heat

   Remove from heat. For a perfectly smooth sauce, blend with an immersion blender or in a standard blender until uniform.