Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Bell Peppers, where tender crab meat and shrimp mingle with aromatic seasonings, stuffed into bell peppers, and baked to perfection. This recipe promises a burst of seafood flavors in every bite, ideal for a wholesome meal or an impressive dinner centerpiece.
Ingredients
4 large bell peppers (any color)
1/2 pound crab meat
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup diced onions
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove the seeds and membranes, and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and garlic until soft (about 5 minutes). Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked shrimp, crab meat, rice, tomatoes, parsley, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the seafood mixture and place in a baking dish. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Ensure bell peppers are large enough to hold the stuffing comfortably.
Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
Serve hot for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg