Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta

Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta hail from Greece, specifically the region of Florina, renowned for its vibrant red peppers. This culinary gem has ancient roots, cherished for centuries as a flavorful and appetizing dish.

Ingredients for Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta:

Florina peppers (or sweet red peppers)
Feta cheese
Olive oil
Herbs like oregano, parsley, or mint

How to Make Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta:

Begin by roasting the Florina peppers until they're soft and the skin is slightly charred.
Once cooled, carefully peel off the skins and slit the peppers open to remove seeds, creating a cavity for the filling.
Crumble feta cheese and mix it with herbs and a drizzle of olive oil to form the stuffing.
Gently stuff the prepared peppers with the feta mixture, ensuring they're nicely filled but not overstuffed.
Bake or grill the peppers until the filling is golden and the peppers are tender, serving them warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Different Approaches to Making Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta:

Variations in this dish often revolve around the choice of herbs or the addition of ingredients like breadcrumbs, pine nuts, or even a touch of lemon zest to enhance the flavors. Some recipes may opt for grilling the peppers for a smoky taste, while others prefer baking for a softer texture.

The key to mastering Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta lies in the balance between the sweetness of the peppers and the tangy saltiness of the feta, complemented by the herbaceous notes. Whichever method one chooses, this dish captures the essence of Greek cuisine, celebrating simplicity and robust flavors.



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Florina Peppers Stuffed with Feta



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Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Ingredients

4 Florina peppers
150g feta cheese
100 g cheddar cheese (grated)
½ tsp paprika
⅛ tsp pepper
40 ml olive oil

Directions

1.In a medium sized bowl add the feta cheese and break it down into small crumbles using a fork.
2.Add one tablespoon olive oil, cheddar cheese, pepper and paprika, and mix them until combined.
3.Cut the top part of the peppers, remove their seeds and pierce them with a fork.
4.Use a teaspoon to stuff each pepper with the cheese mixture and make sure to press down each spoonful so the whole pepper gets filled.
5.Reattach the top part of each pepper and place them in a baking pan.
6.Pour the olive oil all over them and bake them in a preheated oven at 200ºC (392ºF) for 25 minutes, until softened.

Tips

*Depending on how thick your peppers are, you may need to cover them with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes so they don’t get burned.

*Some peppers can be weirdly shaped. Use a toothpick to hold their top part in place so the filling doesn’t come out while cooking.

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