Hot and spicy stuffed chillies
Spice up your appetizers with these hot and spicy stuffed chillies! Featuring red hot chili peppers filled with creamy feta cheese, aromatic basil, and zesty oregano, this tantalizing recipe is perfect for those who love a fiery kick. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an ideal dish for any occasion.
- 19 Apr 2024
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 35 min
- 2 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Hot and spicy stuffed chillies are a bold and flavorful appetizer or side dish that packs a punch. Combining the heat of red hot chili peppers with the creamy texture of feta cheese and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, this dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of spice in their meals.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the red hot chili peppers thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Remove the stems from the chili peppers. Using a sharp knife, make a lengthwise slit down one side of each chili pepper. Be careful not to cut through the entire pepper. Gently open the slit and use a small spoon or knife to remove the seeds and membranes. This will reduce some of the heat and make space for the stuffing.
- In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.
- Finely chop the basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the feta cheese.
- Add the dried oregano to the bowl.
- Mix the feta cheese, basil, and oregano until well combined.
- Using your fingers or a small spoon, gently stuff each chili pepper with the feta cheese mixture. Press the stuffing in firmly, but be careful not to tear the peppers.
- Ensure that the stuffing is evenly distributed and the peppers are filled to capacity.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the stuffed chili peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with a bit of oil.
- Bake the stuffed chili peppers in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers start to soften and the cheese begins to turn golden.
- Remove the stuffed chili peppers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Transfer the hot and spicy stuffed chilies to a serving plate. Garnish with extra chopped basil if desired.
- Serve as an appetizer or side dish and enjoy!
Tips:
- For a milder version, you can use milder peppers such as jalapeños or bell peppers.
- Make sure to wear gloves while handling the chili peppers to avoid skin irritation.
- If you prefer a creamier stuffing, you can blend the feta cheese with a bit of cream cheese.
- To enhance the flavor, you can grill the stuffed chillies for a few minutes before serving.
Hot and spicy stuffed chillies are an excellent choice for spice enthusiasts looking to try something new. With just a few simple ingredients and some handy tips, you can easily create this delicious and fiery dish that's sure to impress. Enjoy your culinary creation with friends and family!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 100 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 180kcal | 7% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 9g | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.69g | 4% |
| Sugar 2.23g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 13g | 15% |
| Saturated 8g | 26% |
| Cholesterol 50mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 100ug | 11% |
| Choline 14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.12mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 0.53mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 1.20mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 0.48mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.97ug | 40% |
| Vitamin C 60mg | 64% |
| Vitamin E 0.85mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 30ug | 25% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 330mg | 26% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.77mg | 16% |
| Magnesium, Mg 27mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus, P 220mg | 17% |
| Potassium, K 200mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 9ug | 16% |
| Sodium, Na 660mg | 44% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.84mg | 17% |
| Water | |
| Water 70g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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