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    Home » Recipes » Kitchen Basics

    Published: Nov 10, 2018 · Modified: Aug 6, 2021 by Jen Wooster

    How to Roast Peppers- Three Easy Ways

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    Simple roasted peppers (bell, sweet or hot) are a great addition to any meal. While we typically roast our peppers on a gas stove we are covering all three easy ways to roast your favorite peppers; stovetop, broiler, or grill.

    Move over jarred peppers, we have a fresh and flavorful, and most of all EASY fire-roasted pepper recipe just for you.

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    Please read the entire post for tips and tricks to ensure a perfect recipe every time. And don't forget to tag @peelwithzeal on Instagram so we can admire your creation!

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    We have been on a roasting streak in the Peel house lately.  You can check out our most recent slow-roasted tomatoes recipe and our roasted garlic tutorial to see what I am talking about.  Serious goodness! 

    Roasted red peppers are a pantry staple at our house. Packed in oil, they give a flame-roasted flavor to our dishes. However, there are days when you want more than the basic jarred peppers.

    Maybe a different color pepper, a sweeter version, or maybe even a super spicy flame roasted poblano or jalapeno. Roasting at home is easier than you think.

    Jump to:
    • How to Make Roasted Peppers from Scratch
    • How to Roast Peppers on a Gas Stove
    • How to Roast Peppers in the Oven
    • How to Roast Peppers on a Grill
    • How to Peel Roasted Peppers
    • How to Use Roasted Peppers
    • 📖 Recipe
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    How to Make Roasted Peppers from Scratch

    There are three simple to prepare roasted peppers at home.

    • On a Gas Stove- We use this method most frequently. Easy to use indoors, you can keep an eye on it while prepping other food and you get a good flame-kissed texture. Definitely my favorite!
    • In the Oven with a Broiler- If we have to pre-heat the oven we often just turn the broiler on and roast any peppers that we need to use up. The only issue is that I am out of sight out of mind kind of girl. So sometimes I forget about the peppers. The good thing is the peppers are supposed to get burnt. I mean charred. They are supposed to get charred.
    • On a Grill- The best is charcoal, but gas works too. Probably the most traditional method for roasting peppers. We use this method during the summer, sunny days only. This means we have to plan ahead if we have any recipes to make and want the charcoal flavor.

    There are some pepper roasting options that we haven't found to be very successful.

    First, is on a grill pan on a stovetop. I find this method to be difficult as there is not enough direct heat on the pepper to get the required char needed for peeling the peppers.

    Second, it is not recommended to simply bake the peppers A flame is needed to char the peppers properly so they can be peeled easily.

    How to Roast Peppers on a Gas Stove

    Simple tutorial for roasting bell peppers or hot peppers on a gas stove. By far the quickest method!

    • Place the pepper directly on the gas stove burner.
      • Turn the burner on high. If you have a vent hood it is recommended you turn that on as well. Using long metal tongs, place the pepper onto the burner, directly in the gas range flame.
    • Carefully turn the peppers for even blistering.
      • When the pepper begins to blister, use the tongs to rotate ¼ turn. Continue rotating until the entire pepper is blistered and charred. It should be almost completely black on the outside but still slightly firm. Typically 1-2 minutes per side.
    how to roast peppers gas stove
    • Cool the peppers.
      • Place the roasted pepper directly into the brown paper bag and fold over to hold the steam inside. Alternatively, you can use a bowl with plastic wrap to cover the top.

    How to Roast Peppers in the Oven

    • Preheat broiler.
      • Place the top oven rack six to eight inches from the broiler. Place the peppers on an ovenproof pan. Place under the broiler.
    • Carefully turn the peppers for even blistering.
      • When the peppers begin to blister, use a pair of tongs to rotate ¼ turn. Continue rotating until the entire pepper is blistered and charred. It should be almost completely black on the outside but still slightly firm. About 5 minutes per side for bell peppers, less for smaller peppers.
    • Cool the peppers.
      • Place the roasted pepper directly into the brown paper bag and fold over to hold the steam inside. Alternatively, you can use a bowl with plastic wrap to cover the top.

    How to Roast Peppers on a Grill

    • Prepare your grill.
      • Regardless of whether you use a gas or charcoal grill. You will want to grill nice and hot. So that you can barely hold your hand above the grill for more than a second. Place the peppers directly on the grates above the flame.
    • Carefully turn the peppers for even blistering.
      • When the peppers begin to blister, use a pair of tongs to rotate ¼ turn. Continue rotating until the entire pepper is blistered and charred. It should be almost completely black on the outside but still slightly firm. About 5 minutes per side for bell peppers, less for smaller peppers.
    • Cool the peppers.
      • Place the roasted pepper directly into the brown paper bag and fold over to hold the steam inside. Alternatively, you can use a bowl with plastic wrap to cover the top.

    How to Peel Roasted Peppers

    Do not skimp on the steaming process. While fifteen minutes is the minimum the peppers will be fine sitting for longer as long as they are covered.

    After a minimum 15 minutes, rinse the pepper under a stream of cold water while rubbing the skin. Continue until the skin has come off. You may have to use a spoon or butter knife to scrap off any stuck-on areas.

    peeled roasted peppers

    How to Use Roasted Peppers

    Roasted peppers are one of my favorite ingredients. They are a staple. Here are some of the ways we use roasted peppers:

    chopped red peppers
    • Pureed into marinara sauce
    • Romesco sauce
    • Rainbow potato salad
    • Chicken and rice bowl with fresh tomatoes, olives and parsley
    • Roasted veggie Sandwich
    • Rolled with our garlic cashew cream cheese stuffed inside
    • Folded into scrambled eggs
    • On a salad
    • Stirred into a chunky tomato soup
    • Use a spicy pepper in your next salsa or guacamole

    Regardless of the roasting method, roasted peppers can be store for 3-4 days in the fridge or frozen for up to three months.

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    how to roast peppers on the stove

    Roasted Red Peppers

    Easy tutorial for roasting peppers on a gas stove. Perfect for use in any dish required jarred roasted red peppers.
    Servings: 2 peppers
    Prep: 0 mins
    Cook: 5 mins
    Resting Time 15 mins
    Total: 20 mins
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    Equipment

    • Paper bag
    • Long tongs

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 peppers, any variety
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    Instructions
     

    • Turn the burner on high. If you have a vent hood it is recommended you turn that on as well. Using long metal tongs, place the pepper onto the burner, directly in the gas range flame.
      2 peppers, any variety
    • When the pepper begins to blister, use the tongs to rotate ¼ turn. Continue rotating until entire pepper is blistered and charred.
    • Place the roasted pepper directly into the brown paper bag and fold over to hold the steam inside. Alternatively, you can use a bowl with plastic wrap of the top.
    • After 15 minutes, rinse the pepper under a stream of cold water while rubbing the skin. Continue until the skin has come off. You may have to use a spoon or butter knife to scrape off any stuck on areas.
    • Peppers can be stored in the fridge for several days or frozen for up to three months.
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    Notes

    • See blog post for instructions on making roasted peppers on a grill or broiled in the oven.
    • This recipe can be doubled for any quantity of peppers.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 31kcal | Carbs: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 3g
    Author: Jen Wooster
    Course:: Canning, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
    Keyword broiled, gas stove, grilled, how to roast peppers, oven, roasted peppers recipe, roasted red peppers, stovetop
    Tried this recipe?Tag us @peelwithzeal so we can see your creation!

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    1. Jen says

      January 06, 2020 at 8:14 pm

      5 stars
      Roasted on the grill, either charcoal or gas, is my favorite method.

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