The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
SHRIMP STUFFED PEPPERS
Banana peppers are not as mild as a bell pepper, but not as spicy as a poblano, registering about 500 heat units on the Scoville scale, which measures the spiciness of peppers. Banana, Hungarian wax and Cubanelle pepper walls are thinner than bell peppers, making these quick-cooking peppers a great alternative for stuffing with shrimp.
Serve these stuffed peppers with whole grains, or on top of a salad for even more vegetables.
1 pound large shrimp (21 /25 count), peeled, deveined and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 tablespoons chopped fresh
cilantro, plus leaves for garnish Grated zest of 1 lime, plus wedges for
garnish
4 banana, Hungarian wax or Cubanelle peppers, halved lengthwise and cored
Heat the oven to 450 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, coriander, salt, pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, cilantro and lime zest. If desired, cook a tablespoon of the mixture in the microwave on high for 20-30 seconds until the shrimp is pink to determine if any flavors need adjusting.
Using a spoon, fill the peppers, mounding the shrimp over the top. Place in a broiler-proof casserole dish. These may be assembled, covered and refrigerated up to 1 day ahead. If assembling and refrigerating ahead, bring to room temperature before cooking.
Transfer the dish to a rack in the upper to middle part of the oven. Cook until the peppers are tender, and the shrimp is just cooked through and pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Then, without moving the casserole, switch the broiler to high. Let cook until the top is lightly charred and the shrimp are completely cooked, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Serves 4.
Per serving: 95 calories (percent of calories from fat, 14), 16 grams protein, 4 grams carbohydrates, 1 gram total sugars, 2 grams fiber, 1 gram total fat (trace saturated), 143 milligrams cholesterol, 719 milligrams sodium.