Shrimp Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Name: Shrimp Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large or 6 small green peppers; 1/2 c. finely chopped onion; 1/4 c. chopped celery; 1/4 c. margarine, melted; 1 c. chopped fresh mushrooms; 1 lb. shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped; 1/2 c. cooked rice; salt and pepper to taste; 4 to 6 whole shrimp (optional); lemon wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Cut off tops of green peppers; remove seeds.
2
Cook peppers in boiling water 5 minutes; drain and set aside.
3
Saute onion and celery in margarine in a heavy saucepan until crisp-tender.
4
Add mushrooms and continue cooking until all vegetables are tender. Stir in chopped shrimp and cook 5 minutes or until done.
5
Add rice, salt and pepper to shrimp mixture, mixing well.
6
Stuff peppers with rice mixture.
7
Place peppers in an 8-inch square pan (baking dish). Pour 1/2 cup water into the dish.
8
Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 15 minutes.
9
Garnish with cooked shrimp and lemon wedges if desired. Makes 6 servings.

378

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large or 6 small green peppers, 1/2 c. finely chopped onion, 1/4 c. chopped celery, 1/4 c. margarine, melted, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Stuffed Peppers falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp Stuffed Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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