Balkan · North Macedonia

Roasted Pepper Spread with Garlic

Name: Roasted Pepper Spread with Garlic
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: 3 large red bell peppers; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp lemon juice

A simple, smoky red pepper spread with garlic and olive oil, similar to ajvar but with a lighter flavor.

35 minutes6 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
Place peppers on a baking sheet and roast until blistered and charred, about 25 minutes.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Peel peppers and mash with a fork.
Stir in minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Serve warm or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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