Step 1

Turn a burner to the highest setting and set your pepper directly on the flame. Use a pair of tongs to turn the pepper occasionally until the skin is completely blackened, about 8 minutes.

Step 2

Heat a gas grill to high or prepare a charcoal grill for direct heat. Place the peppers directly over the heat.

Step 3

Turn the peppers every 2 to 3 minutes until they are completely charred, about 10 minutes total.

Step 4

Position an oven rack as close as you can to the broiling element in your oven, and turn the broiler on to high.

Step 5

Place your peppers on a baking sheet and place it directly under the broiler.

Step 6

Use a pair of tongs to turn the peppers occasionally until the skin is completely blackened, about 8 minutes total.

Step 7

Put the still-warm pepper(s) in a heatproof bowl and cover either with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or a pot lid.

Step 8

The skin will loosen as the pepper steams, and once it's cooled down a bit, you can easily remove the skin with your fingers.