Charred Peppers & Onions
Bell peppers and onions caramelize in a hot skillet until their edges blacken and insides soften into sweet, smoky bites. Toss with just olive oil and salt for a side that tastes like it came from a grill.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 2g
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Ingredients
- 3 medium, cut into thick strips bell peppers (any color)
- 2 medium, cut into thick wedges onions
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.
- 2
Add peppers and onions, spreading them in a single layer without crowding.
- 3
Let them sit undisturbed for 3 minutes until edges blacken, then stir.
- 4
Continue cooking, stirring every 2 minutes, until peppers soften and char all over, ~8 minutes total.
- 5
Season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon or spatula
- cutting board
- knife
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