Peppers in oil: the recipe in a few easy steps

- Preparation time 20 Min.
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Cooking time 10 Min.
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Difficulty Easy
- Portions 2
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Calories per Serving 407
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Type of plate Appetizer
Peppers in oil are one of the most beloved preserves in Italian cuisine, perfect for bringing all the flavor of summer to the table even in the colder months. Prepared with fresh peppers, cut into layers, blanched in vinegar and then preserved in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, parsley and natural flavorings, they are ideal as an appetizer, side dish or to enrich bruschetta and gourmet sandwiches .
This simple and wholesome recipe allows you to preserve peppers for a long time while keeping their fragrance and color intact. Find out how to make tasty, artfully made peppers in oil at home.
Ingredients
- 400g yellow and red peppers
- 1L of Water
- q.b. Thyme
- q.b. of extra virgin olive oil
- 1L of white wine vinegar
- 3 Cloves of Garlic
- q.b. Rosemary
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Instructions
1. Wash the peppers under water by removing the cap and removing the seeds, divide the peppers in half and remove the white filaments. Cut them into thin strips (about 7 mm) and collect everything in a bowl.
2. Take a pot and pour the white wine vinegar and water into it, bringing it to a boil. Add the peppers and let them boil for 4 minutes. Then add the thyme, rosemary and garlic, letting it boil for another minute.
3. Now drain the peppers and herbs and place them on a dry tea towel (they should be al dente at this point). Once dry place them in the sterilized jars alternating the peppers with the garlic and herbs. At this point pour the oil into the jars so that the vegetables are completely covered.
4. Close the jars but do not overtighten the cap so that air can escape. Then transfer the jars to a large pot and cover them with water, then bring to a boil and boil for 30 minutes.
5. Turn off the heat and let cool in the water, after which check that a vacuum has been created by pressing the center of the cap.
6. You will also need to check the oil level over the next few hours: if it drops, leaving the peppers uncovered, you will need to open the jars, top up and pasteurize again. In case the jars are vacuum-packed and have a good oil level, you can store your peppers in oil in the pantry.
Variations and storage tips for peppers in oil
- You can also season the peppers in oil with parsley or other spices to your liking.
- You can try to replicate the recipe by baking or pan-frying the peppers, however.
- If vacuum-packing and pasteurization are done correctly, peppers in oil can be stored for up to a year and a half in a cool, dark place.
- Once opened you can store the jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 months, always making sure the peppers are covered in oil.
- For proper preparation of homemade preserves , we always recommend looking at the Ministry of Health Guidelines to avoid incurring health risks.
Peppers in oil: the importance of a good extra virgin olive oil
Extra virgin olive oil plays an essential role in preserving peppers in oil:
- Extra virgin olive oil is known to be lighter and easier to digest than other types of fats such as butter.
- Extra virgin olive oil is a very healthy choice, by virtue of antioxidants that fight cellular aging and monounsaturated fats beneficial to cardiovascular health.
For the preparation of peppers in oil, we chose to use Farchioni Fruttato Inteso Natural Extra Virgin Olive Oil Rustic , which is characterized by its strong flavor and fruity aroma perfectly matches the slight acidity of the peppers.
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