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Spicy Long Hots Recipe: A Fiery Twist to Amp Up Your Appetizers

For those who crave the perfect blend of heat and flavor, long hots are the ultimate culinary delight. Try this spicy long hots recipe for a fiery twist.
5 from 142 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 68 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 8-10 peppers Long hots stems removed, seeded if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your broiler to high and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Place the long hots on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are arranged in a single layer.
  • In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the long hots, ensuring that each pepper is coated evenly.
  • Place the baking sheet on the top rack of your oven, directly under the broiler.
  • Broil the peppers for 8-10 minutes or until they begin to blister and char, giving them a smoky touch.
  • Using tongs, carefully turn the long hots over and broil for an additional 5-6 minutes to ensure they are evenly cooked.
  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the peppers cool for a few minutes.
  • Transfer the long hots to a serving platter and drizzle any remaining olive oil mixture from the baking sheet to add an extra kick.
  • Serve the spicy long hots as an appetizer or alongside your favorite dishes for a fiery twist.

Notes

  • Add a cheesy twist — For cheese lovers, try sprinkling some crumbled feta or grated Parmesan over the roasted long hots before serving. The creamy, tangy flavor perfectly complements the spiciness of the peppers. It's a delightful combination that will keep you coming back for more.
  • Experiment with seasonings — Feel free to get creative with your seasoning choices. Try adding dried herbs like oregano, basil, or even a pinch of smoked paprika to enhance the overall flavor profile. Let your taste buds guide you on this flavorful journey.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Spicy Long Hots Recipe: A Fiery Twist to Amp Up Your Appetizers
Amount per Serving
Calories
68
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
582
mg
25
%
Potassium
 
19
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
1
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.2
g
0
%
Vitamin A
 
2
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
7
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Appetizer with a kick, Fiery taste, Hot peppers, Italian appetizer, Spicy long hots
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