Description
Crab and shrimp stuffed bell peppers are a flavorful way to enjoy seafood in vibrant, colorful packages. Each bite reveals a delicious blend of lump crab meat and succulent shrimp, perfectly seasoned and baked until golden brown. This dish not only satisfies your cravings but also impresses guests with its stunning presentation. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners, these stuffed peppers promise an explosion of taste that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup medium shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds; rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic until fragrant.
- In a bowl, combine sautéed mixture with crab meat, shrimp, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning; mix well.
- Stuff each pepper generously with the filling and place upright in a baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil after 15 minutes to brown the tops.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg