- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 400 kcal
Quick summary
“Rocoto Relleno is a traditional Pernambuco recipe of bell pepper stuffed with ground beef and cheese. Tasty and delicious, it combines Brazilian culinary elements with the flavor of Peru, making it a great option for entertaining dishes.”
What you need to know
- Preaqueça o forno para um cozimento uniforme e dourado do queijo
- Corte os pimentões de forma cuidadosa para evitar cortes profundos
- A mistura de carne, azeitonas, alho e cominho cria um sabor único e cremoso
Ingredients
Main
- 4 large rocoto peppers
- 300 g of ground beef (preferably beef)
- 1 chopped onion
- 100 g of chopped olives
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley
- Grated cheese to taste for gratin
Instructions
Principal
- Cut off the top of the rocoto peppers and carefully remove the seeds.
- Em uma panela, aqueça o azeite e refogue a cebola e o alho até dourarem.
- Add the ground beef and cook until well browned.
- Add the olives, cumin, and parsley, mixing well.
- Stuff each rocoto pepper with the meat mixture.
- Place the bell peppers on a baking sheet and cover with grated cheese.
- Take to the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, until the cheese is golden.
Chef's tips
- Use azeite de oliva para um sabor mais sofisticado
- Adicione sal e pimenta ao gosto para ajustar o sabor
- Use azeite de amêndoas em vez de azeite de oliva para um sabor mais nutricional
Variations
- Para um sabor mais intenso, adicione um pouco de pimenta-do-reino ao recheio
- Adicione um pouco de suco de limão ao recheio para dar um sabor mais limpo
- Substituir a salsinha por manjericão para um sabor mais forte
Substitutions
- Substituir a cebola por pimentão picado para dar um sabor mais suave
- Substituir o queijo ralado por queijo muçarela para um sabor mais firme
- Substituir as azeitonas por tomates sem semente para um sabor mais suave
How to store
The Rocoto Relleno can be kept in an airtight package for up to 2 days. After this date, it must be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Can it be frozen?
Can be frozen. After cooking, the Rocoto Relleno should be kept in an airtight container and stored at room temperature until served.
What to serve with
This dish can be accompanied by white rice, beans, or green salad to give a healthier touch.
Frequently asked questions
Is it necessary to use olive oil?
Yes, olive oil is essential to give a more sophisticated flavor to the filling.
Can I use any type of cheese?
Yes, you can use any type of grated cheese you prefer, such as mozzarella or cheddar.
How do I cut the bell peppers?
Cut the top of the bell peppers, remove the seeds, and then cut the bottom to open them.
What is Rocoto?
Rocoto is a type of sweet and mild pepper that is widely used in Pernambuco cuisine.
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