Real African Dishes: [MC-AllEthnic-Recipes] Bell Pepper Rajas (mastercook)

Sunday, November 24, 2013

[MC-AllEthnic-Recipes] Bell Pepper Rajas (mastercook)

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Bell Pepper Rajas

1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into lengthwise 1/4" strips
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into lengthwise 1/4" strips
1 large yellow onion cut into lengthwise 1/4" strips
2 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
2 large cloves of garlic, smashed and peeled
Generous pinch of coarse kosher salt
Generous pinch of black pepper
Generous pinch of sugar
1/4 cup water

Warm the oil in a large saute pan over medium low heat; add the garlic. When
it begins to sizzle, add the peppers and seasonings. When the peppers have
begun to soften; add the onion and stir well to combine. When the onions
have begun to soften, add the water. Cover and allow to steam for about 10
minutes, after which time uncover and allow any excess moisture to
evaporate, again, being very careful not to brown the vegetables.
Use gentle heat; you don't want any browning on the vegetables whatsoever,
just soft, luscious, sweet vegetable relish for a contorno or sandwich
condiment.