Ingredients
4–6 large banana peppers (approx. 400-500g total) The main ingredient, providing mild heat and sweetness
1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, Monterey Jack, cream cheese) For the cheese option in stuffing, adding creaminess and flavor
½ cup cooked ground meat (e.g., sausage, beef, turkey) For the meat option in stuffing, offering protein and heartiness
½ cup breadcrumbs To mix with the meat option for texture in the stuffing
1 cup cooked grains (e.g., rice, quinoa, couscous) For the grain option in stuffing, providing a hearty base
¼ cup finely chopped vegetables (e.g., onion, mushrooms, spinach) To add to the grain option for extra nutrition and flavor
1 tablespoon olive oil or sufficient cooking spray Used to lightly coat the peppers for baking
½ – 1 teaspoon salt (to taste) For seasoning and enhancing natural flavors
¼ – ½ teaspoon black pepper (to taste) To add a subtle spice and depth
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to get started on this easy recipe.
2-Wash 4-6 fresh banana peppers thoroughly, then slice each one in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds and membranes if you prefer less heat.
3-Prepare your chosen stuffing by combining ingredients like 1 cup shredded cheese, or ½ cup cooked ground meat with ½ cup breadcrumbs, or 1 cup cooked grains with ¼ cup finely chopped vegetables in a bowl until well blended.
4-Spoon the stuffing mixture evenly into each pepper half, packing it slightly for a full flavor.
5-Arrange the stuffed pepper halves in a single layer on a baking sheet for even cooking.
6-Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the peppers or lightly spray them, then sprinkle with ½ to 1 teaspoon of salt and ¼ to ½ teaspoon of black pepper to taste.
7-Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the stuffing is heated through.
Last Step:
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🌶️ Select firm, brightly colored yellow banana peppers for the best flavor and texture.
🧀 Experiment with various stuffing combinations of cheeses, meats, grains, or vegetables.
🔥 To increase heat, add finely chopped spicy peppers like jalapeños to the stuffing mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
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- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 27 per 100g of raw banana pepper
- Fat: 0.5g per 100g
- Carbohydrates: 5.3g per 100g
- Fiber: 1.7g per 100g
- Protein: 1.9g per 100g