Seafood stuffed bell peppers are a delightful culinary creation that combines the vibrant flavors of the sea with the hearty goodness of bell peppers. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you prefer the succulent shrimp, the tender calamari, or the flaky fish, there's a seafood stuffing variation that will cater to your preferences. Served as a main course or as an impressive appetizer, seafood stuffed bell peppers are a feast for both your eyes and your palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SEAFOOD STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
One of my Facebook friends shared this recipe that came from C&R Seafood in Hammond, LA. I haven't tried it yet as of this posting, but I'm sure it's going to be a real treat!
Provided by Ruby Henderson
Categories Fish
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Cut tops off bell peppers and wash and remove seeds. Par boil for 10 minutes in large pot of salted water. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet melt the butter and saute the onions, chopped bell peppers, and celery and Italian sausage in the butter for 5 or 6 minutes. (until vegetables are tender) Add the garlic, parsley, shrimp, cajun seasoning and hot sauce and cook 4 or 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and add salt to taste if needed.
- 3. Mix the breadcrumbs with 1 cup of the shredded cheese and add to the seafood mixture. Fold in the crabmeat gently to keep some of the lumps intact.
- 4. Stuff the par boiled peppers with the mixture and place in a shallow baking dish. Top with the remaining cheese.
- 5. Put about a cup of water in the bottom of the baking dish (enough to cover the bottom of the dish) and bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
SEAFOOD STUFFED GREEN BELL PEPPERS
My family really likes these-it's a new twist on stuffed bell peppers. This one contains, shrimp and crab meat.
Provided by southern chef in lo
Categories Crab
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut tops off each pepper; remove the seeds and membrane. Cook in boiling salted water for 5 minutes; drain well and set aside.
- Combine shrimp, crabmeat, rice, celery, onion, and pimiento.
- Combine mayonnaise, curry powder, salt, and pepper; stir in to crabmeat mixture and mix well.
- Stuff peppers with the seafood mixture; sprinkle each with the bread crumbs and top each with a pat of butter.
- Place in baking dish add hot water to the depth of 1/2 inch. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.2, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 112.8, Sodium 601, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 4.8, Protein 16.6
SEAFOOD STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
saw this on Facebook
Provided by Jackie Brink
Categories Vegetable Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Cut tops off bell peppers, wash them, and remove seeds. Par boil them in a large pot of salted water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, sauté crawfish, shrimp, onions, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in butter for 10 minutes.
- 2. Add crab meat, Cajun seasoning, salt, and hot sauce and cook for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and add bread crumbs and 1 cup of cheese and mix thoroughly. Stuff the par boiled bell peppers with this mixture and top with left over cheese.
- 3. Place the stuffed peppers in a shallow baking dish, and add about a cup of water, or enough to cover bottom of dish, and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. If you don't have crawfish tails, this dish is just as good with only the shrimp and crab meat.
SEAFOOD STUFFED BELL PEPPERS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by á-47820
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut tops off bell peppers, wash them, and remove seeds. Par boil them in a large pot of salted water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, sauté crawfish, shrimp, onions, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in butter for 10 minutes. Add crab meat, Cajun seasoning, salt, and hot sauce and cook for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and add bread crumbs and 1 cup of cheese and mix thoroughly. Stuff the par boiled bell peppers with this mixture and top with left over cheese. Place the stuffed peppers in a shallow baking dish, and add about a cup of water, or enough to cover bottom of dish, and bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. If you don't have crawfish tails, this dish is just as good with only the shrimp and crab meat
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked rice or quinoa instead of cooking it from scratch.
- If you don't have any seafood stock on hand, you can use vegetable broth instead.
- Be careful not to overcook the bell peppers, or they will become soft and mushy.
- If you are using a spicy sausage, you may want to reduce the amount of cayenne pepper in the recipe.
- Serve the stuffed bell peppers with a side of your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce or tzatziki sauce.
Conclusion:
Seafood stuffed bell peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat more seafood. With a variety of fillings to choose from, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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