Pimientos Del Piquillo Rellenos De Bacalao (stuffed Piquillo Peppers With Cod)

Pimientos del Piquillo Rellenos de Bacalao, or Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Cod, is a classic dish from Aragonese cuisine. This recipe features tender piquillo peppers filled with a savory mixture of flaky cod, creating a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Pimientos Del Piquillo Rellenos De Bacalao (stuffed Piquillo Peppers With Cod)

Ingredients

  • 8 piquillo peppers
  • 1 lb cod fillets, cooked and flaked
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  3. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the flaked cod, breadcrumbs, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Carefully stuff each piquillo pepper with the cod mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the peppers are heated through.
  6. Serve the stuffed piquillo peppers hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking dish Skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Stuffed Piquillo Peppers with Cod alongside a fresh green salad and a glass of Spanish red wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a time-saving option, you can use pre-cooked and flaked cod for this recipe.

Cost

$15