Madrid's Secret Stuffed Piquillo Peppers
Indulge in the flavors of Madrid with this delicious recipe for Madrid's Secret Stuffed Piquillo Peppers. These peppers are a popular tapas dish in Spain and are filled with a savory mixture that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 12 piquillo peppers
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup chorizo, diced
- 1/2 cup Manchego cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, diced chorizo, grated Manchego cheese, breadcrumbs, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Carefully stuff each piquillo pepper with the rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the peppers are heated through and the filling is golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 9g
Supplies
Baking dish Mixing bowl
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the stuffed piquillo peppers with a side of crusty bread and a glass of Spanish red wine for a complete tapas experience.
Tips & tricks
For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the chorizo with diced mushrooms for a delicious alternative.
Cost
$15