If you’re looking for a sizzling sauce to add to your next dish, look no further than Metaxasauce! This savory Greek sauce is made with a combination of tangy tomato concentrate, aromatic herbs and loads of flavor. Here are three different recipes to try, with or without the addition of Metaxa brandy.
Metaxasauce Recipe #1:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of olive oil
- 2 tbsp of butter
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup of tomato puree
- 1 tbsp of sugar
- 1 tsp of cumin
- 1 tsp of paprika
- 1 tsp of oregano
- 1/2 cup of Metaxa brandy (optional)
Instructions:
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the tomato puree, sugar, cumin, paprika and oregano and stir until well-combined. Cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes. Add the brandy (if using) and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
How to Prepare:
Use this sauce as the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish or vegetables. Or, spoon it over your favorite pasta for a hearty meal.
Preparation Time:
Approximately 20-30 minutes
Servings:
Makes 4 servings
Nutrition Facts:
Calories per serving: 267
Tips:
- Store this sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
- If you don’t have Metaxa brandy, substitute with any other brandy or omit this ingredient entirely
Metaxasauce Recipe #2:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup of tomato passata
- 2 tbsp of tomato paste
- 1 tsp of dried oregano
- 1/2 cup of Metaxa brandy (optional)
Instructions:
In a pan, heat the oil and sauté the onion until it’s golden brown. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add the tomato passata, tomato paste, oregano and stir well. Cook over low heat for approximately 10 minutes. Add the Metaxa brandy (if using) and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
How to Prepare:
This sauce goes well over a variety of grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or can even be used as a dipping sauce.
Preparation Time:
Approximately 15-20 minutes
Servings:
Makes 3-4 servings
Nutrition Facts:
Calories per serving: 207
Tips:
- This is a great way to use up any leftover tomato passata or tomato paste you may have in your fridge
- Substitute the Metaxa brandy with any other brandy or omit this ingredient entirely
Metaxasauce Recipe #3:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 tbsp of tomato paste
- 1 cup of canned tomatoes
- 1/2 cup of vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup of Metaxa brandy
Instructions:
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add the tomato paste and canned tomatoes. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes. Add in the vegetable broth and Metaxa. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
How to Prepare:
This sauce is great with grilled chicken, meatballs, or even ladled over roasted vegetables.
Preparation Time:
Approximately 20 minutes
Servings:
Makes 4-5 servings
Nutrition Facts:
Calories per serving: 257
Tips:
- If you want a thicker sauce, add more tomato paste
- If you don’t have Metaxa brandy, substitute with any other brandy or omit this ingredient entirely
No matter which recipe you choose, Metaxasauce is sure to add some savory flavor to your next meal. Try it out today!
