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How to make the Best Italian Peperonata Recipe

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italian peperonata recipe with bell peppers, tomato sauce and basil

In this recipe I will guide you step by step on how to make an Italian Peperonata with 4 simple ingredients in only 25 minutes! 

Enjoy our lovely peperonata recipe; the dish is so simple yet delicious! Peperonata is a very versatile dish; conveniently, it can be used in many different ways:

peperonata with yellow and red bell peppers on top of the rustic sour dough bread, served as a starter
  • Starter – For an antipasti that sings with flavors, why not complement the Peperonata with a bruschetta topped with our vibrant Salsa Verde? The herby freshness of the salsa paired with the sweet and savory Peperonata on toasted sourdough bread is a delight to the palate and an absolute ideal finger food.
  • Main – Peperonata serves as a vibrant side dish that beautifully complements various main courses. For a hearty and traditional Italian experience, pair it with our Ragu di Coniglio. The savory depth of the rabbit ragu, enriched with herbs and a hint of white wine, makes for a perfect match with the sweet and tangy flavors of the Peperonata. And for those seeking the comforts of Italian homestyle cooking, why not explore the rustic charm of our Pasta Fagioli? This beloved dish, brimming with beans and pasta, is a testament to the simple pleasures of Italian cuisine.
  • Vegetarians and vegans – have it as a  sweet pepper stew with rice or mashed potatoes! Why not add carrots with cumin and rosemary to your dinner table?
  • Dessert – After indulging in the bold flavors of your main course, treat yourself to a sweet conclusion with our Chocolate and Pear Cake. The rich, luscious chocolate and the subtle sweetness of pear will provide a delightful end to your Italian feast.

What will I need to make Peperonata?

Peperonata ingredients

Start will yellow and red bell peppers to add a splash of color to your dish! Red onions for sweetness, fresh basil, olive oil, and Passata (tomato sauce). 

Let's Make Italian Peperonata!

step by step process how to make peperonata

It will take only 4 easy steps to make Italian Peperonata: 

  1. Pour the oil into a large frying pan (skillet) or a wok, heat up, and place the thinly sliced red onion
  2. Meanwhile, cut the peppers in half lengthwise, remove the stork and seeds, and slice them about 1 cm thick.
  3. Add the peppers to the onions, season lightly, and cook on a lively heat for 5 minutes steering regularly.
  4. Add half of the basil leaves and the passata, cover the pan, reduce the heat, and cook for a further 10 minutes.

By now the peppers should be soft and the sauce should have a creamier consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning, add the remaining basil and serve!

Hint and Tips

I recommend using passata mutti- the number 1 professional passata used in the best Italian restaurants because of its creamy silky texture. Additionally, it will add richness to the dish with low acidity.

Nevertheless during the summer months if you want to add a seasonal twist to the dish you can use raw tomatoes!

What if you do not like bell peppers? Not a problem – you can use other varieties of peppers, for an extra kick why not add some chili to the dish.

italian peperonata recipe with bell peppers, tomato sauce and basil

Best Italian Peperonata Recipe

Enjoy our lovely peperonata recipe, the dish is so simple but yet delicious! Made out of bell peppers and onions, this bell pepper stew is truly versatile. Conveniently it can be used in many different way depending on your appetite:
Starter - anti-pasti with olives and cured meat or why not make a burschetta with it?
Main - use peperonata as a side dish for any meat of fish dishes
Vegetarian and vegans - have it as a pepper stew with rice or mash potatoes
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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories:
Author: Daniele Gallo

Equipment

  • Chef Knife
  • Chopping Board
  • Silicone spoon
  • Frying Pan

Ingredients

  • 700 g Yellow and red bell peppers
  • 250 g Red onion
  • 160 g Passata
  • 5 g Basil leaves
  • 10 ml Olive oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pour the oil in a large frying pan or a wok, heat up and place the thinly sliced red onion
  • Cook steering regularly until the onions are soft and translucent
  • Meanwhile, cut the peppers in half lengthwise, remove the stork and seeds and slice them about 1 cm thick
  • Add the peppers to the onions, season slightly and cook on a lively heat for 5 minutes steering regularly
  • Add half of the basil laves and the passata, cover the pan, reduce the heat and cook for a further 10 minutes
  • By now the peppers should be soft and the sauce should have a creamier consistency
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, add the remaining basil and serve

HINT AND TIPS:

The passata can be substituted with fresh tomatoes during the summer months.
I reccomend to use Passata Mutti because it non-acidic taste and smooth texture, it is known to be number 1 Passata in Italy. Make sure you taste the dish for seasoning whilst cooking, adding extra salt or pepper after the dish is finished will not have the same result.
Other variety of peppers can be used adjusting the cooking times slightly.
 

Enjoy our lovely Italian Peperonata recipe and post your comments below. Visit our selection of family recipes for more inspiration on Italian cuisine, if you wish to learn more about healthy living and food nutritional benefits read our Blog. 

This is an amazing recipe that does not contain any allergen, suitable for vegans and vegetarians. A big crowd please and plenty to do with leftovers! 

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  1. Melanie Varey says

    27/09/2019 at 07:46

    Lovely fresh ingredients in here. Colourful and tasty looking!

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  2. Rosemary says

    28/09/2019 at 15:16

    This looks like a lovely, healthy recipe.

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  3. Romina says

    28/09/2019 at 15:42

    Love this! It’s one of my favourite sides!

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