Piquillos Rellenos
Piquillos Rellenos is a delicious Spanish dish made with Piquillo peppers. These peppers are small, sweet, and slightly spicy, with a unique shape that makes them perfect for stuffing. The dish typically involves filling the peppers with a tasty mixture of ingredients such as cheese, meat, or seafood. Once stuffed, the peppers are usually roasted or baked until they become tender and flavorful. Piquillos Rellenos is often served as an appetizer or a main course.
Ingredients
- 12 Piquillo peppers (you can find them canned or jarred)
- 1 cup cooked rice (preferably short-grain)
- 1 cup ground meat (beef, pork, or a combination)
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated cheese (such as Manchego or Monterey Jack)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Add the ground meat to the pan and cook until browned. Make sure to break up any large chunks of meat with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the pan from heat and add the cooked rice to the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Take each Piquillo pepper and carefully stuff it with the meat and rice mixture. You can use a small spoon to help pack the filling tightly into the peppers.
- Once stuffed, place the peppers in a baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top of the peppers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the Piquillos Rellenos cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Piquillos Rellenos as an appetizer or a main course. They pair well with a fresh green salad or crusty bread.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 408kcal (20%)Carbohydrates: 20g (7%)Protein: 18g (36%)Fat: 28g (43%)Saturated Fat: 11g (69%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 68mg (23%)Sodium: 390mg (17%)Potassium: 241mg (7%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 926IU (19%)Vitamin C: 40mg (48%)Calcium: 225mg (23%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
