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How to Roast and Peel Peppers and Chiles, published on 22 Feb 2007
Roasting peppers and chiles is an easy process using only the simplest equipment. Roasting brings out the natural oils of the peppers which increase and intensify flavors.
To start: first obtain some fresh bell peppers or chiles from your garden, farmer's market or grocery store. Rinse well and let dry.
To Roast on a gas stovetop:
Turn burners to high. Place peppers or chiles on their sides on burner grates so flame is scorching the flesh of the peppers. If chiles are too small to stay on grates, spear through the stem end with a long fork or skewer. Turn peppers frequently as skin chars. When outside of peppers are completely charred, transfer to a large bowl. Cover and let peppers stand until cool enough to handle.
To Roast on a Grill:
Fill grill with your favorite smoking chips or charcoal. Burn chips or charcoal until very hot with high flames. Lower grill rack to lowest level. Place peppers on grill rack and char on all sides. Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and let stand until cool enough to handle.
To Roast in a Broiler:
Preheat broiler. Broil peppers or chiles on a broiler rack about 2 inches from heat source until skins are blistered and charred. Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and let stand until cool enough to handle.
To peel roasted Chiles or peppers:
Wearing rubber gloves, peel off all the charred skin from peppers. Pull out stem and break peppers open lengthwise. Scoop out any seeds or membranes.
Peeled and roasted chiles and peppers can be kept refrigerated up to 1 week or frozen up to 1 month.
For www.recipequick.com by Chef Jeff
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