Description
Learn how to make delicious Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Peppers with this easy recipe. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams) crab meat
- 1 pound (454 g) (450 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup (240 ml) (200 grams) cooked rice
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) (60 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 cup (240 ml) (100 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) (50 grams) grated plant-based Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) (15 grams) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) (5 grams) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) (2.5 grams) black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) (1.25 grams) cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) (30 grams) chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
- Place the bell peppers in a baking dish, cut side up.
- Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan.
- Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until pink and opaque.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and chop them into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, chopped shrimp, and cooked rice.
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and sautéed onion mixture.
- Stir in the paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the crab and shrimp mixture.
- In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Top each stuffed pepper with the cheese mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure that the crab meat and shrimp are cooked thoroughly before stuffing the peppers to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
- Customize the filling by adding diced vegetables or herbs for extra flavor and texture.
- Try using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangy twist while maintaining creaminess.
