Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Seafood

Name: Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Seafood
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Piquillo peppers', 'amount': '12, roasted'}; {'ingredient': 'Mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab)', 'amount': '1 pound, cooked and chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Cream cheese', 'amount': '8 ounces, softened'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '2 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1 medium, finely chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley, chopped', 'amount': '1/4 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomato sauce', 'amount': '2 cups'}

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Spain with these enticing piquillo peppers, elegantly roasted and stuffed with a delectable, creamy seafood filling. Each pepper is a sweet, succulent vessel, bursting with a blend of fresh shrimp, tender scallops, and sweet crab, harmoniously mingled with rich cream cheese and fragrant herbs. Baked to perfection in a luscious tomato sauce, these stuffed peppers are not only visually striking but also a true celebration of Mediterranean culinary artistry. Historically, piquillo peppers are a beloved staple from the Navarra region of Spain, cherished for their sweet flavor and versatility. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a sophisticated dinner option, these stuffed piquillo peppers are sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Piquillo peppers (12, roasted)
Mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, crab) (1 pound, cooked and chopped)
Cream cheese (8 ounces, softened)
Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Fresh parsley, chopped (1/4 cup)
Salt (1 teaspoon)
Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
Tomato sauce (2 cups)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked seafood, softened cream cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the cream cheese is melted and everything is evenly combined.
Carefully stuff each piquillo pepper with the seafood mixture, using a spoon to gently pack it in. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the stuffed peppers, ensuring they are well-covered.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the peppers are heated through and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 320 • Fat: 18g • Carbs: 22g • Protein: 18g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 5g

Piquillo Peppers Stuffed with Seafood

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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