Peperonata
Juicy fresh vegetables and herbs pair with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, tomatoes, and Italian seasonings to make this wonderful tasting peperonata recipe.
Servings: 6
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin or regular
- 6 bell peppers 4 red, 2 yellow, seeded and sliced into strips
- 1 shallot large, sliced
- 4 Cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 2 Teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ Teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
- Pinch red pepper flakes optional
- 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 28 Ounces crushed tomatoes canned
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ Cup basil leaves fresh, loosely packed and thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- crusty bread optional, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Add crushed tomatoes, balsamic vinegar and fresh basil leaves. Stir to combine.
- Cover and let simmer on low for 15 minutes, or until the peppers are soft.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve peperonata garnished with fresh basil, with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
Make extra: Double or triple the recipe, as this condiment is very popular and pairs with all kinds of dishes. You can keep it for several days in the fridge or several months in the freezer.
Try new combinations: Every Italian household seems to have its own peperonata recipe, so don't be afraid to try new ingredients such as mushrooms, zucchini or even potatoes.
Cool before serving: You can serve it warm, at room temperature or chilled, as you prefer. It typically isn't served hot.
Try new combinations: Every Italian household seems to have its own peperonata recipe, so don't be afraid to try new ingredients such as mushrooms, zucchini or even potatoes.
Cool before serving: You can serve it warm, at room temperature or chilled, as you prefer. It typically isn't served hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 956mg | Potassium: 682mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 4131IU | Vitamin C: 166mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg
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