Cal Sotada - (Grilled Scallions In Almond Tomato Sauce)

Cal Sotada - (Grilled Scallions In Almond Tomato Sauce)

Course :	Italian
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	6

Ingredients:

24	medium	scallions -- root ends trimmed
3	tablespoons	almonds -- toasted 1 minute
2	medium	plum tomatoes -- roughly chopped
2	cloves	garlic -- thinly sliced
1	tablespoon	spanish paprika
10	pieces	fresh mint leaves
2	tablespoons	chopped fresh parsley
1/4	cup	extra-virgin olive oil
2	tablespoons	vinegar

Preparation:

Preheat grill. Place scallions on cooler part of grill and cook until dark green and tender, about 2 minutes per side. Meanwhile, place almonds, tomatoes, garlic, paprika, mint and parsley into a mortar. Grind to fine paste and place in a mixing bowl. Whisk in oil to emulsify and add vinegar. Remove scallions from grill and toss in bowl. Toss to coat and serve hot or cold. Source: MEDITERRANEAN MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # ME-1A36)