Pimiento Asado del Bierzo

Pimiento Asado del Bierzo are the roasted peppers produced in the Bierzo district, situated in the north-west of the Autonomous Community of Castile-Leon. They are made by roasting and preserving the local Bierzo pepper variety. The peppers are roasted over a wood or gas grill or oven, peeled and put into jars with olive oil, salt, and lemon juice.