Hot Banana Pepper Paste

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  • YIELDS | 3.5 CUPS
  • PREP TIME | 10 MINS
  • COOK TIME | 25-30 MINS

You can use this delicious and easy-to-make red pepper paste in many different ways! Serve it alongside a cheese and meat board. Dollop it into soups and stews, or spread it onto sandwiches and flatbreads for a little kick.

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds hot banana peppers, cut in halves, stems and seeds removed
  • 6-7 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. To the bowl of a food processor, add the cut peppers and process for a couple of minutes, until the mixture is frothy.
  2. In a large shallow pot, heat the olive oil and add the garlic and the mashed banana peppers and let boil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, then lower the heat to medium-low.
  3. Add the cumin, salt, and pepper and mix well. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes, or until the paste reaches the desired consistency.
  4. Turn the heat off. Add any additional seasoning and let cool completely.
  5. Scoop the paste into small airtight jars and refrigerate. I also like to freeze and use for a little bit of summer all year round.