Here’s a detailed recipe for Shrimp Stuffed Peppers—a flavorful, protein-rich, and visually appealing dish:
🌶️ Shrimp Stuffed Peppers – Ingredients (Serves 4)
- Bell peppers – 4 large (any color)
- Shrimp – 300 g, peeled and deveined
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Onion – ½ medium, chopped
- Cooked rice or quinoa – 1 cup
- Tomatoes – 1 medium, chopped (or ½ cup canned)
- Paprika – 1 tsp
- Salt & pepper – to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro – 2 tbsp, chopped
- Grated cheese – ½ cup (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)
- Lemon juice – 1 tsp (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Peppers
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Cut tops off bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes
- Blanch peppers in boiling water for 3–4 minutes (optional for softer peppers)
- Drain and set aside
2. Cook the Shrimp Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet
- Sauté garlic and onion until fragrant and translucent
- Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 2–3 minutes until shrimp turns pink
- Stir in chopped tomatoes, cooked rice/quinoa, and fresh herbs
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness
3. Stuff the Peppers
- Spoon the shrimp mixture into each pepper generously
- Top with grated cheese
4. Bake
- Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes
- Remove foil and bake 5–10 more minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden
5. Serve
- Garnish with extra parsley or a drizzle of olive oil
- Serve hot as a main dish or alongside a salad
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use large, firm peppers for easier stuffing
- For extra flavor, toast the rice lightly with spices before mixing
- Swap shrimp for chicken or beans for a different variation
- Make ahead: Prepare filling and stuff peppers, then refrigerate before baking
✅ Key Takeaway
Shrimp stuffed peppers are a nutritious, high-protein meal that combines fresh vegetables, lean seafood, and wholesome grains.
- Perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining
- Customizable with spices, grains, and cheeses
I can also give a quick 30-minute skillet version that doesn’t require baking, perfect for a fast weeknight meal.
