Description
A bold, creamy, and spicy Mediterranean-inspired sauce made with tomato paste, harissa, garlic, and mayo. Perfect as a dip for fries, a spread in wraps, or drizzled over grilled meats.
Ingredients
Scale
2 tbsp tomato paste (double-concentrated preferred)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp chili paste or harissa (adjust to taste)
2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
1 tsp white vinegar
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp smoked or sweet paprika
1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for sautéing)
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the chili paste or harissa and cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Mix in vinegar, sugar, paprika, and salt. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor.
- Add mayonnaise and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Let the sauce cool, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.