Salvitxada

Salvitxada

Salvitxada is a traditional sauce originating from Catalonia, Spain. It is primarily used as a condiment for calçots, a type of scallion or green onion, during the popular Calçotada festival. However, it is also commonly used as a sauce for meats and vegetables.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of Salvitxada are:

• Tomatoes
• Garlic
• Nuts (usually almonds or hazelnuts)
• Nyora peppers (a type of dried red bell pepper)
• Olive oil
• Vinegar
• Parsley
• Salt

Preparation

The preparation of Salvitxada involves roasting the tomatoes and nyora peppers, and then blending them together with the other ingredients until a thick sauce is formed. The sauce is then typically left to rest for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Variations

There are many variations of Salvitxada, with some recipes including additional ingredients such as bread, chocolate, and wine. The consistency of the sauce can also vary, with some versions being more like a paste and others more like a vinaigrette.

Serving

Salvitxada is traditionally served with calçots during the Calçotada festival. The calçots are grilled over an open fire, then wrapped in newspaper to keep them warm. They are then served with the Salvitxada sauce for dipping. However, Salvitxada can also be served with a variety of other dishes, including grilled meats and vegetables.

See Also

• Romescada
• Sofrito
• Aioli
• Catalan cuisine

References

• Catalan cuisine
• Calçot
• Calçotada
• Romescada
• Sofrito
• Aioli