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Turkish Red Pepper Paste

Turkish Red Pepper Paste (Biber Salcasi)

A rich, traditional Turkish red pepper paste made from sweet and spicy peppers, slowly reduced to create an intensely flavorful condiment used in countless Anatolian dishes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Condiment, Preserve, Sauce
Cuisine Turkish Cuisines
Servings 20
Calories 15 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 kg sweet red peppers
  • 250 g hot red peppers optional
  • 1–1.5 tbsp salt
  • 2-3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Use ripe peppers for best color.
  • Stir often to prevent burning.
  • Store with olive oil layer for long preservation.
Keyword authentic turkish paste, biber salcasi, homemade pepper paste, pepper condiment, red pepper puree, turkish red pepper paste