How to Roast Red Peppers

5 from 5 votes

Learn how to roast red peppers in the oven through this easy step-by-step tutorial. This is a simple technique for homemade jarred red peppers

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Steaming Time 15

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 37kcal

Preheat the oven to 450ºF. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Place the peppers on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down. Roast until the peppers soften and the skin starts to blister, about 25 minutes. Turn the heat to broil and broil on high for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from the oven and transfer the roasted red peppers to a glass bowl. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and allow the steam to soften the peppers for 15 minutes.
Remove the lid and allow the peppers to cool enough to handle. Use your hands to peel off the blistered skins and discard them.
Use as directed in a recipe or store in a jar in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Storage: Store roasted red peppers in a clear jar with about a tablespoon of olive oil. This will keep them fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Freezing Instructions: Pack tightly into a freezer-safe container and they will last for for up to 1 year in the freezer.