Red and Yellow Pepper Appetizer
2 servings
30 minutes
The red-yellow pepper appetizer is a vibrant dish of Chinese cuisine that attracts not only with its rich color but also with its amazing flavor combination. It combines the sweetness of roasted bell peppers, the spiciness of Dijon mustard, and the delicate taste of olives. Historically, such appetizers were used in China as part of festive banquets where the color palette of dishes held special significance. The light acidity and depth of flavor make this appetizer a wonderful complement to meat or fish dishes and an excellent base for sandwiches. After cooling in the refrigerator, the aroma of spices becomes even more pronounced, and the texture becomes richer. It is recommended to serve it at room temperature to highlight all flavor nuances.
1
Melt butter and olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté until golden for 5 minutes.
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 head
2
Then add the diced peppers and sauté until soft for about 3 minutes. Add the chopped olives, mustard, and minced garlic. Stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and cool. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Serve at room temperature.
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Yellow sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Greek olives (Kalamata): 0.3 glass
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 1 clove