Ingredients

1 large red pepper 

1 large egg yolk 

1 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 

1 large clove garlic, or to taste 

Juice of 1 lemon 

3/4 cup olive oil 

Preparation

Roast pepper over a gas flame or under broiler until skin is completely blackened. Place in a paper bag until cool. Peel and seed pepper.

Place pepper in a blender or mini food processor with all ingredients except oil. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, add oil a few drops at a time. As mixture starts to thicken, pour in remaining oil in a slow, steady stream and mix until incorporated. Cover and refrigeratefor up to 3 days.