Capsicum Spears | Fresh | 1kg 🌶️🥗
Capsicum Spears Description 🌶️✨
Red capsicum spears are long, narrow strips of red bell peppers, cut lengthwise to create spear-like pieces. 🌶️🔪 These vibrant and crunchy spears add a sweet, slightly tangy flavor and a visually appealing touch to various dishes. Red capsicum spears are perfect for dipping, roasting, grilling, and adding to salads or stir-fries. 🍲🥗🍜
Their bright red color and crisp texture make them a versatile ingredient that enhances both the look and taste of your culinary creations. 🌶️🌟 Whether you're serving them as a snack with dip or incorporating them into a main dish, red capsicum spears add flavor and color to any meal. 🌈🍽️
Recipe Ideas Featuring Red Capsicum Spears 🌶️🍽️
1. Grilled Red Capsicum Spears with Balsamic Glaze 🌶️🍇
Ingredients:
- 4 large red capsicums, cut into spears 🌶️
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 🍇
- 1 tbsp honey 🍯
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh basil for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. 🔥
- In a large bowl, toss the red capsicum spears with olive oil, salt, and pepper. 🌶️🫒🧂
- Grill the capsicum spears for 5-7 minutes per side, until tender and slightly charred. 🍽️🔥
- In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. 🍇🍯
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the grilled capsicum spears. 🌶️✨
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving. 🌿
2. Red Capsicum Spears and Hummus Platter 🥙
Ingredients:
- 4 large red capsicums, cut into spears 🌶️
- 1 cup hummus 🥙
- 1 cucumber, cut into spears 🥒
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced 🫒
- Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
- Arrange the red capsicum spears, cucumber spears, cherry tomatoes, and black olives on a serving platter. 🌶️🥒🍅🫒
- Place the hummus in the center of the platter. 🥙✨
- Garnish with fresh cilantro. 🌿
- Serve as a healthy and colorful appetizer or snack. 🥗🍴
3. Stir-Fried Red Capsicum Spears with Tofu and Broccoli 🍜
Ingredients:
- 4 large red capsicums, cut into spears 🌶️
- 1 lb tofu, cut into cubes 🥗
- 2 cups broccoli florets 🥦
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 2 tbsp soy sauce 🥢
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce 🥣
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 🥥
- 1 tsp sesame oil 🥟
- Sesame seeds for garnish 🌾
Instructions:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 🥥🔥
- Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside. 🥗
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 🧄
- Add red capsicum spears and broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are tender-crisp. 🌶️🥦✨
- Return the tofu to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring to combine. 🥢🥣🥟
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through. 🌿✨
- Garnish with sesame seeds before serving. 🌾
Enjoy these delicious and versatile recipes featuring red capsicum spears! 🌶️✨