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Banana Pepper Recipe

A delightful dish featuring roasted banana peppers with garlic and herbs, perfect as a side or main event.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large banana peppers
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the banana peppers and slice them in half lengthwise.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Add the halved peppers to the bowl and toss them in the seasoning mix until well-coated.
  5. Place the seasoned peppers cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly charred.
  7. If using, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the peppers in the last 5 minutes of roasting.
  8. Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These roasted banana peppers can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or mixed into salads.