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Cajun Surf and Turf Stuffed Peppers Supreme

Cajun Surf and Turf Stuffed Peppers Supreme

Delicious Cajun Surf and Turf Stuffed Peppers Supreme with savory steak and shrimp for a delightful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Cajun
Servings 4 peppers
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 4 large bell peppers Cut in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.

Filling

  • 8 oz thinly sliced steak Skirt or flank, sliced across the grain.
  • 8 oz shrimp Peeled and deveined.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun spice blend
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup finely diced onion Yellow or white.
  • ½ cup diced fresh tomato
  • ½ cup cooked rice Optional for heft.
  • ½ cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack.
  • salt To taste.
  • freshly cracked black pepper To taste.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven and prepare the peppers by cutting them in half lengthwise and removing seeds and membranes.
  • Slice the steak thinly, pat the shrimp dry, and chop the onion and tomato.

Cooking the Filling

  • Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  • Sear the steak slices for a couple of minutes until browned on the outside but still juicy inside.
  • Toss Cajun seasoning onto the steak and allow it to coat evenly.
  • Remove the steak from the pan and add the shrimp, cooking for about 2 minutes per side until opaque.
  • Combine the cooked steak, shrimp, onions, tomatoes, and optional cooked grain in a bowl. Taste for salt and pepper.

Assembling and Baking

  • Spoon the mixture into the pepper halves, packing gently.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  • Place the peppers in a baking dish, adding a splash of water to the bottom, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes until tender and cheese is melted.
  • For a crisper top, switch the oven to broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely.

Notes

For lighter options, skip the grain and double the veggies. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat in an oven for best texture. If the peppers are firm after baking, cover with foil and give them another 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcal
Keyword Cajun spices, Cajun Surf and Turf, dinner, shrimp, Steak, Stuffed Peppers
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