Best 2 Spicy Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipes

Welcome to the delightful world of stuffed banana peppers! This culinary journey will take you through a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas. Stuffed banana peppers are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With the right combination of spices, fillings, and cooking methods, you can create a dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something more adventurous, you're sure to find the perfect spicy stuffed banana pepper recipe in this comprehensive guide. So, grab your aprons and let's dive into the kitchen to explore the art of creating this delicious and satisfying dish.

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SPICY STUFFED BANANA PEPPERS

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Banana peppers can be very tricky: Sometimes they are hot and sometimes they are not. If you want to be on the safe side, I recommend using Bianca peppers instead, which are a more sweet type of pepper. -Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons uncooked red or white quinoa, rinsed
1/2 pound bulk spicy Italian sausage
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
16 mild banana peppers
2 cups reduced-sodium spicy V8 juice

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes. Remove from heat; fluff with a fork., In a large bowl, combine sausage, beef, tomato sauce, green onions, garlic, chili sauce, chili powder, salt, pepper and cooked quinoa. Cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Fill peppers with meat mixture., Stand peppers upright in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Pour V8 juice over top. Cook, covered, on low until peppers are tender, 3-1/2-4-1/2 hours., Freeze option: Freeze cooled stuffed peppers and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 965mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SPICY MUSHROOM-STUFFED BANANA PEPPERS

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The garden overflows with peppers so I made up this recipe. We enjoyed it, and I hope you do too. Another variation would be to leave the peppers whole just cut off the top, scoop out the seeds & membrane, mix the cheese in with the other stuffing ingredients and stuff the peppers from the top. Bake time would be approximately the same. Serve as an appetizer or a side dish As you can see by the photo, you may substitute small colored bell peppers, anaheim or any other surplus garden pepper you may have, yes even jalapenos!

Provided by Bergy

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 banana peppers, cut lengthwise, seeded, membranes removed
3 mushrooms, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
3 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon barbecue sauce, light flavored
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

Lay the peppers cut side up in an oven proof dish that has been lightly oiled.
Mix remaining chopped ingredients (except cheese).
Spoon the stuffing onto the peppers leaving the edges exposed.
Sprinkle with Parmesan.
Bake in 375F oven for approximately 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.1, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 6.6, Sodium 184.3, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.9

Tips:

To easily remove the pepper's seeds and ribs, cut the pepper in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and ribs.
If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or rice instead.
To make the peppers more flavorful, marinate them in olive oil, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
If you want the peppers to be crispy, bake them at a high temperature for a shorter amount of time.
If you prefer softer peppers, bake them at a lower temperature for a longer amount of time.

Conclusion:

Spicy stuffed banana peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. Give this recipe a try and let us know how you like it!