Roasted Red Peppers Recipe

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Char peppers over gas flame (if you don't have a gas stove I use an outside grill) or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Wrap in paper bag and let stand for 10 minutes to steam. Halve the peppers; peel and seed. If necessary rinse and pat dry.

Step 2

Cut peppers into 1 inch wide strips and transfer to a bowl. Add oil and vinegar and let stand for 4 hours.

Step 3

Just before serving add the basil and toss to coat.

Tips

No special items needed.

I used Yellow and Orange Peppers as well as Red. They make for a beautiful and colourful plate of peppers. I did roast some garlic as well and added some of it (finely diced) to the mix, but apart from that I made this recipe exactly as written. These were just perfect, they had a lovely smokey flavour to them. I did notice that the left overs which I did put in the fridge, solidified .... but just left out at room temperature the oil soon melted and the taste was just as good....if not better. I will be making this again for sure.