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Smoky paprika lemon sauce served
Creamy and spiced dip for grilled meats and salads

Smoky Paprika Lemon Sauce

Author: Flavelo
Sauces and Gravies Recipes
Smoked paprika (pimentón) is the soul of Spanish cuisine. In this sauce, the deep, earthy, smoky notes of the paprika are balanced by the sharp acidity of lemon and the coolness of yogurt. This sauce builds on 'hot-cold' and 'sour-smoky' contrasts, making even the simplest grilled chicken or roasted vegetables exciting.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 85 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mediterranean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Mash the garlic into a paste. In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, lime juice, honey, mustard, and salt until the salt dissolves.

Tip: Always dissolve salt in the aqueous phase (lemon juice) because it won't dissolve in oil.
2 ✓

Stir in the yogurt and garlic.

Tip: Use a whisk for a lump-free mixture.
3 ✓

Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly.

Tip: The oil emulsifies the sauce, making it creamier and fuller bodied.
4 ✓

Finally, sprinkle in the smoked paprika and pepper. Mix until uniform. The color will be a beautiful pale red.

Tip: Paprika particles swell with moisture over time and release even more color.
5 ✓

Taste it. The goal is for the sour, sweet, and smoky to shine simultaneously. Adjust if needed.

Tip: Let it sit in the fridge for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.

Recipe FAQ

I don't like yogurt.
You can use sour cream, though it's richer, or mayonnaise if you want a creamier, richer sauce.
Which paprika should I choose?
Definitely look for 'smoked' paprika. Regular sweet paprika will give a completely different (flatter) result.

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper