Ingredients:
- Red bell peppers
That’s it! This simple recipe requires only one ingredient – red bell peppers. You can adjust the quantity based on your preference and the number of servings you’d like to prepare.
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). - Prepare the Peppers:
Wash and dry the red bell peppers. Cut them in half, remove the seeds and membranes, and then cut each half into a few large pieces. - Arrange on a Baking Sheet:
Place the pepper pieces, skin side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. - Roast in the Oven:
Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the skins are charred and blistered. - Steam and Peel:
Once roasted, transfer the hot peppers to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Let them steam for about 10 minutes. This process makes peeling the skin easier. - Peel the Skin:
After steaming, peel off the charred skin from the pepper pieces. - Slice or Dice:
Slice or dice the roasted peppers according to your preference. - Serve or Store:
Serve the roasted red bell peppers immediately as a side dish, in salads, or use them in various recipes. If you want to store them for later use, follow the next steps. - How to Store:
- Refrigeration: Place the roasted peppers in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Freezing: For longer storage, place the peppers in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to three months.
Enjoy your homemade roasted red bell peppers in a variety of dishes!
ROASTED RED PEPPERS
Servings
8
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
30
minutesIngredients
– Red bell peppers
Directions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the red bell peppers. Cut them in half, remove the seeds and membranes, and then cut each half into a few large pieces.
- Place the pepper pieces, skin side up, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the skins are charred and blistered.
- Once roasted, transfer the hot peppers to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Let them steam for about 10 minutes. This process makes peeling the skin easier.
- After steaming, peel off the charred skin from the pepper pieces.
- Slice or dice the roasted peppers according to your preference.
- Serve the roasted red bell peppers immediately as a side dish, in salads, or use them in various recipes. If you want to store them for later use, follow the next steps.
- Refrigeration: Place the roasted peppers in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Freezing: For longer storage, place the peppers in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to three months.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite herbs, spices, or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor
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