Learn how to make this easy fire roasted peppers recipe right in your backyard! They’re so much more flavorful than using the oven.
It took months after giving birth before I could even stand the smell of roasted bell peppers. And it took years before I was even willing to taste them again.
Pregnancy aversions are strong, my friends.
The worst part about it is that right up until I was pregnant with my first baby, I LOVED roasting peppers, especially on fresh salads.
No kidding, we would have a giant salad with roasted mixed vegetables at least once a week.
But those darn pregnancy aversions changed that for years.
Until a year or two ago, when the Husband decided to fire roast some Hatch chiles using our grilling supplies.
Friends, this was one of the best experiments we’ve ever tried. Not only was I able to stomach the chili peppers, I loved them!
So…we started using his roasted peppers recipe for peppers of all kinds!
Plus, with his bar and prep table right next to the grill, our fire roasted peppers don’t need to hit the kitchen until they’re ready to be put away.
Fire Roasted Peppers Recipe
Fire Roasted Peppers Recipe
Leave the oven off and learn how to make fire-roasted peppers at home. You'll love the bold flavor added by using an open flame!
Ingredients
- Chimney starter
- charcoal briquettes
- Steel tipped tongs
- A large glass bowl
- plastic wrap
- Peppers of your choosing
Instructions
- Light a chimney starter and fill it with charcoal briquettes until it is 4/5ths full.
- When the coals are hot, place a grill grate directly on top of the chimney starter.
- Place one or two peppers directly over the heat of the coals. Leave in place until the skin is well scorched, about 3 or 4 minutes depending on the heat of the fire and the type of pepper you are using.
- Rotate your peppers and repeat step 3 until the peppers are roasted on all sides.
- Remove peppers from heat and place in a glass bowl, covered with plastic wrap. Allow to sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
- When the peppers are cool enough to touch, remove them from the bowl and carefully scrape away the skin with the back side of a kitchen knife.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 gramsAmount Per Serving: Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Don’t Forget these essentials
- Chimney starter
- Charcoal briquettes
- Steel tipped tongs (rubber and silicone will melt from the heat!)
- Safety gloves for grilling (we use these and they’re amazing)
- Heat-safe glass bowl
Why not just put the peppers on the grill?
While you can roast peppers on the grill, using the coals directly from the chimney starter concentrates the heat, making the peppers roast more quickly.
How long does it take?
The amount of time necessary is directly dependent on the heat of your coals and the thickness of your peppers. We spent about 5 minutes roasting each pepper when the coals were at their hottest. Scraping the skin off took another 5 minutes per pepper, so you should plan for at least 30-40 minutes from the time you put the first pepper over the coals.
Would I Do it Again?
We’ve roasted peppers this way a few times now, and I just love it. Fire roasted peppers are so much more flavorful, and I’ll try any recipe if it keeps the oven off during the summertime!
Now It’s Your Turn
We used these fire-roasted peppers to make a batch of roasted red pepper dip, and it was just incredible. Grab some coals and start roasting your own peppers. You’ll be thrilled you tried it – even if you’re dealing with pregnancy aversions!
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Akaleistar says
Oh, those peppers look great!
Leslie says
They are so good. I hope you get the chance to try them out!
Crystal Green says
These look like a delicious side dish to make. It also would be amazing to add to recipes too.
Leslie says
They really are awesome, and fun too! Thanks for stopping by!
Jay @ JayTriedAndTrue says
Such a great kitchen hack! I would love you to share this at Smell Good Sunday https://jaytriedandtrue.blogspot.com/2017/08/smell-good-sunday-28.html
Leslie says
It’s the best….because it isn’t even in the kitchen! ? I’ll definitely check out your party!
Katy says
I love fire roasted peppers! Must try this idea.
#happynowlinkup
Leslie says
Definitely give it a try!
Barrie Bismark says
This looks nummy! I love roasted peppers! I’ll have to try this.
#happynowlinkup
Leslie says
It is so tasty, and there are so many possibilities with the peppers!
Jess says
Looks so easy! 🙂
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Leslie says
It really is super easy…thank goodness for that!
Grandmas House DIY says
Thanks for sharing this with us at the To Grandma’s house we go link party! I’ll be featuring on my site tomorrow morning when the new party starts!
Leslie says
Yay! Thank you so much for reading and for the feature!
Christina Makri says
I like peppers a lot. I usually use them in salads. Fire roasted it is a great way to serve them. Thank you for sharing 🙂
Leslie says
These would be incredible in a salad. Thanks so much for stopping by!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Fired to perfection! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party!
Calleen Petersen says
I’ve never thought of putting them directly on the coals. Thanks for the tip!
Natalie A. says
I never knew this method of roasting peppers! My brother made me some roasted peppers the other day and they were so delicious! Thanks for sharing how to roast peppers!
Julie says
I had the most amazing roasted peppers on holiday in Spain once and I’ve loved them ever since. These look delicious, thanks.
Amy (Savory Moments) says
These look perfectly roasted!
Jann Olson says
They look and sound delicious! Thanks for sharing the how to’s with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Kate - Gluten Free Alchemist says
Love the sound of these. I always throw peppers on the BBQ, but I’ve never done roasted them whole. #RecipeOfTheWeek x