Charred Pepper Lecsó
Hungarian-style stewed bell peppers and tomatoes — a vibrant, pillowy vegetable dish that feels homey and complete. Served as-is or spooned over crusty bread, it's comfort food that tastes like it simmered for hours but comes together in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 140
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add sliced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and edges begin to brown, 4 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in paprika for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add bell peppers and toss to coat.
Step 4
Pour in crushed tomatoes with their juice and stir well. Simmer uncovered until peppers are very tender, 12 minutes.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste. If too watery, simmer 2 minutes longer.
Step 6
Serve hot, spooned over crusty bread or alongside rice if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or 3-quart saucepan
- wooden spoon
- cutting board and knife
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