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Roast me—it’s easy. Photo by Hannah Chaptman | SXC.
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January 2009

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How To Roast Peppers

Bell Peppers Or Chiles: It’s Easy

 

 

It’s easy to roast bell peppers, poblanos or other chiles for recipes. Using the flame of a gas stove or a broiler, just follow these simple steps:

 

On A Gas Stovetop

  1. Cook the peppers directly over a medium-high gas flame until blackened on all sides, turning with tongs.
  2. Transfer peppers and chile to a paper bag. Close bag. Let stand 15 minutes or until peppers are cool enough to handle.
  3. Peel off blackened skin. Remove tops, ribs and seeds.

 

Under The Broiler

  1. Bell Pepper RibsPreheat broiler.
  2. Halve and core the peppers. Remove the tops, ribs and seeds.
  3. Place the pepper halves on a baking sheet, cut-side down. Broil 5 to 7 minutes or until the skin has blistered and blackened over the entire surface.
  4. Transfer to a paper bag. Close bag. Let stand 15 minutes or until peppers are cool enough to handle.
  5. Peel off blackened skin.

Photo by Nicholas Raymond | SXC.

 

 

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