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Pepper and Tomato Lecho – Step-by-Step Recipe & Practical Tips

Pepper and tomato lecho is a traditional homemade preserve made from seasonal vegetables. It’s simple to prepare, versatile, and perfect for everyday meals or long-term storage.

Best in season: Summer • Autumn
Time
1 h 30 min
Yield
6 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Pepper and tomato lecho is a classic homemade vegetable preserve with a rich, balanced flavor.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 7 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • bell peppers
    1.5 kg
  • tomatoes
    1 kg
  • garlic
    4–5 cloves
  • salt
    1.5 tbsp
  • sugar
    2 tbsp
  • 9% vinegar
    70 ml
  • vegetable oil
    100 ml
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

This recipe has 4 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 90 min
1

Prepare the Ingredients

Remove seeds from the peppers and slice into strips. Blend the tomatoes into a puree.

2

Start Cooking

Bring the tomato puree to a boil in a pot.

3

Add the Vegetables

Add peppers, salt, and sugar, then cook for 20–30 minutes until softened.

4

Finish and Jar

Add garlic, vinegar, and oil. Cook for another 5–10 minutes, then transfer to sterilized jars.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

How long does lecho last?

If properly sealed, it can be stored for several months in a cool, dark place. After opening, keep refrigerated.

Can I adjust the sugar amount?

Yes, but avoid drastically changing the balance of acidity and salt.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

These pages help with situations that often come up during preparation, drying, or storage. Each one opens a separate page with an explanation.

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What may help after this recipe

A strong recipe page does not end with ingredients. The next step should be logical: a calculation, an explanation, a troubleshooting page, a guide, or a closely related section.

Marinade calculator

Quickly recalculate water, salt, sugar, and vinegar for a different jar count.

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Vinegar converter

Useful when the recipe calls for one vinegar strength and you have another.

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Problems and solutions

Cloudy brine, soft vegetables, lids, mold, and other frequent situations.

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Important for safety

Home preserving always depends on cleanliness, correct proportions, sterilization, and storage conditions. If the result seems doubtful, it is safer not to take risks and to open the related troubleshooting pages and explanations.