Simple Roasted Red Peppers Recipe
Crank up the flavor in your meals with some roasted bell peppers! Ditch the conventional broiler method and opt for a little space in the oven instead. This minor distance allows the peppers to roast delightfully before their skins start to blister.
Here's the lowdown on this tasty treat:
The Game Plan: Our roasted bell peppers can be stored for a max of 4 days before they're ready to rock in your recipes. If you can't get enough, give our stuffed pepper recipe a spin!
- Serving Size: Around 1 cup
- Difficulty Level: Beginner-friendly
- Time Frame: Approximately 1 hour
Here's what you'll need (and a few insider tips):
- 2 medium bell peppers, clean and completely dry
- A pinch of salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
Now, let's get cooking!
- Set your broiler to high and position a rack in the upper third area of the oven. Pop the bell peppers on the rack. Roast them, giving them a spin now and then, until they're blackened and blistered on all sides, which should take around 20 minutes.
- Once they're out of the oven, transfer the peppers to a heatproof dish, cover it snugly with plastic wrap or a baking sheet, and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- When the peppers have cooled enough to handle, strip off their skins, slice them open, and recover the seeds and membranes. Discard those parts. Slice the peppers into half-inch-thick strips, season with salt and pepper, and enjoy! If you're not using them right away, refrigerate for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
Want to preserve those roasted peppers for a bit longer? Check out these handy hints:
- Peel, de-seed, and completely cool your roasted peppers before storing.
- Place them in an airtight container and cover with a thin layer of olive oil to seal in the flavor and moisture.
- Keep the container refrigerated for 4 to 5 days1. Before serving, allow the peppers to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to boost their flavor and texture1.
- For additional recipes featuring roasted bell peppers, you might consider trying our stuffed pepper recipe.
- If you'd like to extend the shelf-life of your roasted bell peppers beyond 4 days, consider preserving them by following the suggested storage methods.
- While enjoying this recipe, remember to credit the original source to provide proper nutrition information and complementary dish ideas.
- When you find yourself with a surplus of roasted bell peppers, consider incidentally expanding your repertoire with unique, uncategorized recipes that incorporate peppers and baking.