Grilled Shrimp with Romesco

Sometimes I go into the weekend with my mind already made up about what to make. Other times I let the ingredients lead the way. Such was the case this last weekend when a trip to the Mar Vista Farmers Market brought me to these beautiful red peppers. For a while now, I've been wanting to try to make a romesco sauce - think pesto, but Spanish-style, with red peppers and almonds as the base - so here was my chance. Threw some shrimp on the grill, brushed on the romesco, served them with some fresh lemon and more romesco sauce for dipping... wow. Earthy and sweet, with layers of flavor and texture.

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