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Italian Roasted Peppers

By: Rosemary Published: June 1, 2019 Updated on: September 25, 2022

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Italian Roasted Peppers, the perfect Grilled Appetizer, peppers tossed with fresh parsley, garlic and olive oil, so easy and delicious, make this your next appetizer!

a fork in the white bowl with roasted peppers

I think one of my favourite Italian dishes must be appetizers, probably because a lot of them are made with vegetables, and bread is always served on the side. Nothing like dipping your bread in the olive oil that remains on the bottom of the bowl.

This Italian Grilled Pepper Appetizer is one of our favourites and it is Incredibly Delicious.

I remember visiting my  friend when she lived in the Italian area of Toronto, and we would look over the fence and see these people barbecuing peppers till they were black and how we would laugh and say

burnt peppers on a wooden board

“Are they crazy? how can they eat burnt peppers?” now I have to say no they weren’t the crazy ones, we were, because we just didn’t get it.

Italian appetizers are usually quite simple but so flavourful. It makes you wonder how all that taste can come from just a few ingredients.

roasted peppers cleaned in a white bowl

Table of Contents

  • How to Make Grilled Peppers
  • How to Store Roasted Peppers
  • How to sterilize jars
  • What makes the Best Roasted Peppers
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How to Make Grilled Peppers

  • If you don’t have a Pan Grill, then definitely get one, no need to light the BBQ every time you crave some grilled veggies!
  • Clean well either red, green or yellow peppers (or a combination).
  • Place them on the hot grill and grill until burnt.
  • Throw them into a paper bag or bowl (cover with plastic wrap) and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove the skin, stem, membranes and seeds, do not rinse.
  • Cut the peppers into strips, place in a bowl and toss with fresh herbs and olive oil. So good!
roasted peppers in a white bowl with the spices and garlic

How to Store Roasted Peppers

Left over roasted peppers should be stored in a sterilized jar with a tight fitting lid, make sure the peppers are covered in olive oil. Opened jars can be kept in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks. If any mold appears or there is an off smell, toss the peppers.

Roasted peppers can also be frozen, place cleaned roasted peppers in an airtight freezer bag or container. They will last 10-12 months in the freezer.

How to sterilize jars

I prefer to use the boiling water method – Wash the jars with hot soapy water before sterilizing. Make sure they are completely clean. Place the jars and lids upright in a large pot.

Fill the pot with water, make sure the water covers the jars by an inch (2.5 cm). Bring the water to a full, strong boil and continue to boil for at least 10 minutes. 

Remove the jars and lids from the hot water (tongs work best) and place them on a couple of paper towels to dry. Make sure the sterilized jars do not come in contact with anything but the paper towels.

You could also sterilize the jars in your dishwasher on the hot water cycle if you prefer.

Be sure to fill the jars, when they and the tomatoes are both still warm. Adding hot food to cold jars or cold food to hot jars will cause the jars to crack or shatter.

What makes the Best Roasted Peppers

  1. Make sure to roast the peppers until burnt.
  2. Let them sit for 15-20 minutes in a bowl covered with plastic wrap or a paper bag like my mother-in-law always did.
  3. Remove seeds but do not rinse the peppers.
  4. Toss with fresh herbs and good quality olive oil.

and let everything mingle for about an hour before serving, if you can wait!

Roasted Peppers

roasted peppers in a white bowl
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    More Pepper Recipes to try:

    • Double Cheese Baked Stuffed Peppers
    • Italian Chicken & Tomato Skillet with Roasted Peppers
    • Italian Meatballs in a Red Pepper Tomato Sauce
    • Pasta Pepper Cream Sauce
    • Roasted Pepper Pasta Salad
    • Italian Sausage & Peppers
    • Italian Fried Peppers

    So if you are heating up the Grill or BBQ this weekend, do yourself a favour and throw on a couple of peppers! Buon Appetito!

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    roasted peppers in a white bowl

    Italian Grilled Pepper Appetizer

    Rosemary Molloy
    Italian Grilled Pepper Appetizer, the perfect Roasted Pepper Recipe, tossed with fresh parsley and olive oil, so easy and delicious, make this your next appetizer!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Resting Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Antipasti, Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 142 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 medium peppers (nicely formed)
    • 2-3 cloves of garlic minced
    • 1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Heat your pan grill (or barbecue), keep the heat fairly high, place the peppers on top and continue to cook, turning until burnt all over. 
    • Remove from heat and place in a paper bag or bowl and cover with plastic, let sit for 15-20 minutes.
    • Clean the peppers, slice in half, remove seeds and skin and cut into thin strips, (don't rinse peppers under water, hands yes, peppers no). 
    • Place pepper strips in a medium bowl, add garlic, Italian parsley, olive oil and salt, toss gently until combined. Let sit 30-60 minutes for flavours to mingle. Serve with fresh Italian bread or bruschetta. Buon Appetito!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 298mgPotassium: 197mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 960IUVitamin C: 82.2mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 0.8mg
    Keyword Easy Grilling Appetizer Recipe, Fresh Veggie Roasting Recipe, Italian roasted peppers, roasted peppers
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      1. Amanda says

        September 25, 2022 at 6:17 pm

        If I made a double batch, how long would they last in the fridge? Thanks!

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        • Rosemary says

          September 25, 2022 at 8:08 pm

          Hi Amanda, make sure the peppers are completely covered in oil and they should keep 2-3 weeks in the fridge. I do explain it more in the post. Thanks

          Reply
      2. PAMELA says

        January 25, 2022 at 4:27 pm

        5 stars
        Really easy to do them under the broiler. Such delicious appetizer and, of course as you stated, with lots of crusty bread! Grazie mille per tutte le ricette.

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        • Rosemary says

          January 29, 2022 at 10:11 pm

          Hi Pamela, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it. Have a great weekend.

          Reply
      3. Lucile A Stachowiak says

        January 25, 2022 at 2:17 pm

        Good Morning Rosemary

        Just want to tell you how much I enjoy your e-mails, and recipes. I’m 84 years old and have been making these peppers for a long time. I can remember when my mother used to go the market and buy a bushel of the red peppers, it was usually towards the end of summer and I knew it was canning time.and it was my job to help her. We probably had a charcoal grill and thats where where charred them and it was my job to peel the peppers my mother put them in jars with oil and garlic and voila we had wonderful peppers in the wintertime I still make them today for myself, ahh, dip the bread in the oil and let it drip off your chip.
        Keep the e-mails coming and have a wonderful day/life.
        Lucile Stachowiak

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        • Rosemary says

          January 29, 2022 at 10:14 pm

          Hi Lucile, thanks so much, so glad I could bring back memories. I still make them with a charcoal bbq. Have a great weekend.

          Reply
      4. Lucile Stachowiak says

        September 4, 2020 at 11:41 pm

        5 stars
        Hi Rosemary: Just made some peppers for myself last week, did them on my gas grill, I love them, get some good bread make a sandwich and dip in the oil oil and garlic. I’ve been making them for years, so easy, will not buy the ones in the jars in the stores, no comparison. Thanks for your recipes.

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        • Rosemary says

          September 5, 2020 at 7:15 pm

          Thanks so much Lucile, and yes nothing like roasted peppers. Glad you enjoy the recipes. Take care.

          Reply
      5. Nicola says

        May 31, 2020 at 2:49 pm

        5 stars
        Delicious

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      6. Anne says

        May 7, 2017 at 10:06 pm

        5 stars
        Love this appetiser.

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        • Dotty Molloy Petrocelli says

          June 16, 2019 at 2:27 am

          5 stars
          One of my favorite appetizers.
          Dotty Molloy

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