bell pepper
Taste Profile
Primary Flavor
sweet
Intensity
mild
Flavor Notes
Pairs Well With
Cooking Behavior
Bell peppers become sweeter when roasted as sugars caramelize. Red peppers are the sweetest (fully ripe), green are more bitter (unripe). Charring the skin under a broiler and steaming in a covered bowl makes peeling easy for smooth sauces and dips.
Best Techniques
Common Mistakes
- Undercooking when a recipe calls for soft peppers
- Not removing seeds and membranes
- Cutting too thick for even cooking