Best 5 Tuna Stuffed Piquillo Peppers Tapas Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or tapas dish, look no further than tuna stuffed piquillo peppers. Piquillo peppers are small, sweet peppers that are perfect for stuffing. They can be found in most grocery stores, either fresh or canned. Tuna is a versatile fish that is packed with protein and omega-3 fatty acids. It pairs perfectly with the sweet and smoky flavor of the piquillo peppers. When combined, these two ingredients create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TUNA-STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS



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Bright red piquillo peppers from Spain come packed in a tin or jar. The little peppers are roasted and peeled, ready to be used. They can have any number of fillings, but tuna (high-quality tinned tuna) is a clear favorite. Tapas bars often have them stuffed with garlicky salt cod or slices of sheep's milk cheese.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     finger foods, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (6- to 7-ounce) jar high-quality Spanish or Italian tuna
1 tablespoon small capers or roughly chopped large capers
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon chopped mint
1/4 cup celery, tender center stalks and leaves
1/2 cup finely diced red onion or chopped scallions
Salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, or to taste
1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 piquillo peppers, from a jar
Lettuce leaves, for garnish (optional)
Hard-boiled eggs, cooked for 8 minutes, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain the tuna and put it in a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to break tuna into large flakes and push to one side of the bowl.
  • Put capers, parsley, mint, celery and onions on the other side of the bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add red-pepper flakes, lemon zest, lemon juice and olive oil, then stir the mixture to coat tuna well.
  • Use a teaspoon to fill each pepper with some of the tuna mixture.
  • Arrange stuffed peppers on lettuce leaves on a platter. Garnish with quartered or halved hard-cooked eggs sprinkled with salt. Serve at cool room temperature.

PIQUILLO PEPPERS STUFFED WITH RAW TUNA SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 16 peppers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound 8 ounces tuna, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon pureed canned chipotles
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Salt and freshly ground pepper
16 roasted piquillo peppers, peeled and seeded
Parsley leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss together the tuna, chopped parsley, scallions, olive oil, capers, mustard and chipotles. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Cut a slit in each of the roasted piquillo peppers and remove any excess juice from the inside. Carefully stuff the peppers with the tuna mixture until the pepper looks full. Garnish with parsley leaves.

SAUSAGE-STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS



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There's nothing quite like the piquillo pepper. They're sweet, fruity, slightly smoky, and just bitter enough. For me, they're the San Marzano tomatoes of peppers. And while I enjoy them in literally anything, these delicate, triangular beauties are just made for stuffing.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Tapas

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 teaspoons olive oil, or as needed, divided
4 ounces chorizo sausage, casings removed and meat crumbled
½ cup diced green onion
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup cooked long-grain white rice
2 ounces goat cheese
1 large egg
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 blood orange, zested and juiced
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
12 piquillo peppers
2 tablespoons chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Brush a baking dish with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute sausage, green onion, and a pinch of salt in hot oil until meat is browned and crumbly and onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 10 minutes.
  • Mix rice, goat cheese, egg, 2 tablespoons parsley, garlic, cumin, 1 teaspoon blood orange zest, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Spoon rice mixture into each pepper. Place stuffed peppers in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Scatter almonds over the top, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until stuffed peppers are heated through and filling is hot, 15 to 20 minutes. Drizzle 1 tablespoon blood orange juice, remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, and remaining parsley over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 27.5 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 928.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

PIQUILLO PEPPERS STUFFED WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Provided by José Andrés

Categories     Pepper     Appetizer     Picnic     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Healthy     Party     Self

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons finely diced shallots
1 scallion (white part only), thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons aged Spanish sherry vinegar
1 can (13.75 ounces; 16 peppers) piquillo peppers, drained
3 ounces lowfat soft goat cheese
Olive oil cooking spray
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Whisk shallots, scallion and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Slice open the top of each pepper to create a pocket. Spoon cheese into peppers, dividing it equally among them. Heat a large frying pan over medium heat; coat with cooking spray. Cook peppers, flipping once, until cheese begins to melt, about 30 seconds each side. Transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with parsley and thyme. Drizzle dressing over peppers and serve.

TUNA STUFFED PIQUILLO PEPPERS TAPAS



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This is so good! Serve with at least 2 other tapas.Cooking time is for cooking & cooling the hard boiled egg.

Provided by Pesto lover

Categories     Tuna

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

piquillo pepper, drained and patted dry
2 (7 ounce) cans tuna in vegetable oil
4 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon sherry wine vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup black olive, chopped
1 egg, hard boiled, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika

Steps:

  • Drain tuna and flake with a fork.
  • Mix all ingredients except peppers into tuna, lightly.
  • Stuff peppers with tuna mixture.Refrigerate at least 20 minutes.
  • Serve cold.
  • For the egg, put egg in pot of cold water on high heat. When it comes to a boil, cover and turn off heat. Let sit 10 minutes. Peel under cold running water,.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and firm piquillo peppers for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you can't find piquillo peppers, you can substitute roasted red bell peppers.
  • Be careful not to overcook the tuna, as it will become dry and tough.
  • Feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as shrimp, crab, or vegetables.
  • Serve the peppers warm or at room temperature, as an appetizer or main course.

Conclusion:

Tuna-stuffed piquillo peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an elegant dish for a special occasion, these peppers are sure to please.

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