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.

Madrid's Secret Stuffed Piquillo Peppers

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked rice, diced chorizo, grated Manchego cheese, breadcrumbs, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Carefully stuff each piquillo pepper with the rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the peppers are heated through and the filling is golden brown.
  5. 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