Best 5 Cuban Style Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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Cuban style stuffed peppers are a delicious and unique take on traditional stuffed peppers. Cuban peppers are stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, vegetables, and spices, then topped with a flavorful tomato sauce. The peppers are then baked until the filling is cooked through and the peppers are tender. This hearty and flavorful dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With a variety of ingredients and cooking methods, there are many different ways to make Cuban style stuffed peppers, and this article will provide you with some of the best recipes to try.

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CUBAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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I enjoyed this tremendously and was initially doubtful of using bread in the stuffing, but they turned out very well. This recipe is courtesy of the 3 Guys from Miami.

Provided by chefwally

Categories     Cuban

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 large green peppers
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 (16 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, drained (save the tomato juice)
2 cups day old French bread
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup red wine
2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Wash green peppers, slice off stem end, and remove seeds and membrane. Drop the peppers into boiling water that has been lightly salted. Boil for two or three minutes and remove.
  • Sauté onion with ground beef and a little olive until browned. (DO NOT DRAIN.) Stir in tomatoes (I used chili style canned tomatoes) and heat through. Remove from heat and stir in bread cubes, 1 teaspoon of cumin, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup ketchup.
  • Stuff peppers and place in lightly greased baking pan. Mix 1/2 cup ketchup with 1/4 cup tomato juice, wine, and one teaspoon ground cumin. Pour this sauce over the peppers, cover the pan, and bake at 300° F for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 883.8, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 115.7, Sodium 2543.2, Carbohydrate 99.6, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 27.2, Protein 49.8

CUBAN-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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Cooking green pepper halves in the microwave not only cuts down the cooking time but it keeps the kitchen cooler.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1/4 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 large green peppers
1 cup water
Roasted sweet red pepper strips, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the next eight ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, cut green peppers in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place in an ungreased shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; fill each pepper half with 1/2 cup meat mixture. Garnish with red pepper strips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

ITALIAN STUFFED CUBANELLE PEPPERS



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I got this delicious recipe from a family friend when looking for something to do with all the extra Cubanelle peppers in my garden. I love the versatility in this recipe because I have a vegetarian; I omit the sausage in the mixture when making a batch for her, and everyone can enjoy this flavorful dish. It can be served with your favorite Italian pasta sauce for extra flair. It's delicious with side of pasta and fresh Italian garlic bread.

Provided by Megan

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 1h36m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound bulk Italian turkey sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
½ cup Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese
1 egg
¼ cup cooked rice
¼ cup grated Romano cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 Cubanelle peppers, stemmed and seeded

Steps:

  • Cook and stir sausage in a skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain excess grease and transfer to a bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the skillet; cook and stir onion and garlic until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in sausage, bread crumbs, Monterey Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, rice, Romano cheese, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Wipe out skillet and heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook and stir Cubanelle peppers until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stuff Cubanelle peppers with rice mixture, using a teaspoon to push it into the tip. Arrange stuffed peppers in a 10x13-inch baking dish; cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are tender, about 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 846.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

STUFFED CUBANELLE PEPPERS



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A succulent sweet pepper, stuffed, and topped, this is the best stuffed pepper you will ever have. You will remember this dish. I like using roasted garlic flavored tomato sauce.

Provided by Keith Harden

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup water
½ cup white rice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound lean ground sirloin
2 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce, divided
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
4 Cubanelle peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in ground sirloin; cook until it begins to brown, and is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in 1 can tomato sauce, green onions, garlic salt, kosher salt, and pepper; cook until flavors combine, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Mix rice into ground sirloin mixture.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stuff Cubanelle pepper halves with the meat and rice mixture, rounding the tops. Place the stuffed peppers into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Stir remaining can of tomato sauce, brown sugar, parsley, basil, and oregano together in a bowl. Spoon tomato sauce over peppers in the baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are hot and beginning to brown, about 1 hour. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 30 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 2699.7 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

CHEESE STUFFED CUBANELLE PEPPERS



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Many of us are familiar with peppers roasted on the grill. This recipe takes it a step further by stuffing the peppers with cheese to make a delicious appetizer or side dish. This recipe comes from The Vegetarian Grill by Andrea Chesman. I highly recommend this cookbook for vegetarians and non vegetarians alike. I haven't tried a bad recipe yet. NOTE: Cooking includes standing times.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 large cubanelle peppers (also. mild Italian frying peppers, Hungarian hot wax peppers) or 8 medium chilies (i.e. poblanos)
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, grated

Steps:

  • On a medium-hot grill, roast the peppers or chiles, turning occasionally, until completely charred (about 10 minutes).
  • Place charred peppers in a paper or plastic bag to steam for a further 10 minutes to loosen the skins.
  • Peel peppers, then cut a slit down the length of each and remove the seeds & membranes.
  • Stuff each pepper with the cheese.
  • Secure with toothpicks to hold the peppers closed.
  • Using heavy foil, wrap the peppers so that a packet is formed that will hold in any juices.
  • Grill the packet until heated through (about 10 minutes).
  • Allow packet to cool for 5 minutes. This will give the cheese time to harden us and make the peppers easier to handle.
  • Remove toothpicks and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 327.1, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 16.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Cubanelle peppers are the traditional choice for this dish, but you can also use bell peppers or poblano peppers.
  • Cook the rice ahead of time: This will save you time when assembling the peppers.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Ground beef, pork, or turkey are all good options, and you can also add vegetables like onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
  • Season the filling generously: Use a combination of spices like cumin, oregano, and garlic powder to give the filling flavor.
  • Stuff the peppers tightly: This will help them hold their shape during cooking.
  • Bake the peppers until they are tender: This usually takes about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the peppers with your favorite sides: Black beans, rice, and plantains are all good options.

Conclusion:

Cuban-style stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal, a party appetizer, or a special occasion dinner. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Cuban-style stuffed peppers a try!

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