Ricette di Sicilia
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Sicilian Pepper Roll-Ups: Little Parcels of Mediterranean Goodness
Sweet roasted peppers wrapped around a vibrant, savoury stuffing - a deliciously simple Sicilian dish that brings sunshine straight to your table.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 4 red peppers
- ✓ 100 g breadcrumbs
- ✓ 8 pitted black olives, finely chopped
- ✓ 1 tablespoon rinsed, chopped capers
- ✓ 2 anchovy fillets in oil, finely chopped
- ✓ 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- ✓ 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
- ✓ 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Sicilian pepper roll-ups are one of those dishes that feel like an embrace from the Mediterranean itself.
Picture yourself in Sicily – the sea breeze, the sun-warmed earth, and the scent of roasted peppers drifting from a family kitchen. These vibrant red peppers cradle a gloriously savoury filling of breadcrumbs, olives, capers, anchovies, parsley, and garlic. Every bite is a little harmony of sweet, salty, herby warmth.
They’re perfect for an alfresco summer supper or as a generous starter to share with friends. This is Sicilian cooking at its most heartfelt – simple ingredients, bold flavours, and a sense of celebration in every roll.
As the peppers roast, their aroma fills the kitchen, promising something truly delicious. The filling - rich with Mediterranean staples - balances the briny notes of anchovies and capers with the natural sweetness of olives, all gently bound together with golden extra-virgin olive oil. A touch of parsley brightens everything, while the breadcrumbs add that irresistible crunch.
Served with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, it becomes not just a dish, but an experience - the sort of pairing that makes you fall in love with Sicilian food all over again.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Heat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment.
- 2
Wash the peppers, slice them in half, and remove the seeds and white membrane.
- 3
Arrange the peppers cut-side up on the tray and roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the skins begin to blister and loosen.
- 4
Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Combine the breadcrumbs, olives, capers, anchovies, parsley, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- 5
When the peppers are ready, let them cool slightly.
- 6
Fill each pepper half with the mixture, pressing gently with your fingers to compact it.
- 7
Roll each pepper half and secure with a cocktail stick to keep it closed.
- 8
Return to the oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the filling is golden and crisp.
💡 Tips and Variations
Add a handful of toasted pine nuts to the filling for extra crunch.
If you prefer something milder, replace the anchovies with a sprinkle of grated ricotta salata.
📦 Storage
- • Store in the fridge for 2–3 days in an airtight container.
- • Freeze individually wrapped roll-ups for 2–3 months.
- • Reheat in the oven at 180°C to keep the filling crisp.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, whose floral, fruity notes complement the peppers’ sweetness and the savoury depth of the filling.
Thank you for exploring these Sicilian pepper roll-ups with us. May they bring a little sunshine to your kitchen - and perhaps even inspire a Mediterranean feast to share with the people you love.
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