Spice Up Your Dinner with Zatarain’s Dirty Rice Stuffed Peppers

August 18, 2023

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Do you ever find yourself in a dinner rut, making the same old meals week after week? It’s time to spice things up and add some excitement to your dinner routine with Zatarain’s Dirty Rice stuffed peppers. This delicious dish is easy to make and bursting with flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. In this blog post, I’ll show you how to make these stuffed peppers from start to finish, so get ready to impress your family and friends with your culinary skills. Let’s get cooking!

What You’ll Need

To begin making Zatarain’s Dirty Rice stuffed peppers, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients. Here’s what’s on your grocery list:

– 4-6 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 package of Zatarain’s Dirty Rice Mix
– 1 pound ground beef
– Pepper Jack cheese slices
– Salt and pepper to taste

With these items on hand, you’re ready to move on to the next step: preparing the peppers.

Preparing the Peppers

To prepare the peppers for stuffing, you’ll want to start by cutting off the tops and removing the seeds and membranes from the inside. You can use a sharp knife or a pair of kitchen scissors for this task. Once the peppers are cleaned out, rinse them under cool water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Next, preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray. Place the peppers in the dish, making sure they’re stable and won’t tip over. If they’re wobbly, you can slice a small piece off the bottom to create a flat surface.

Before filling the peppers with the dirty rice mixture, it’s a good idea to bake them for about 15-20 minutes. This will help soften them up and speed up the cooking process.

Now that the peppers are prepped and ready to go, it’s time to move on to making the dirty rice mixture.

Making the Dirty Rice

To make the dirty rice for the stuffed peppers, start by heating up a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until it’s browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the pan.

Next, stir in the Zatarain’s Dirty Rice Mix. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.

Stuffing & Baking the Peppers

Now that the peppers are prepped and ready to go, it’s time to move on to stuffing them with the delicious dirty rice mixture. Be sure to tightly pack the mixture into each pepper, leaving a small amount of space at the top. Once all the peppers are filled, place it in the oven.

In just a short amount of time, the spicy aroma of the stuffed peppers will fill your kitchen. With the peppers cooked through and the rice mixture perfectly seasoned, it’s time to move on to the final step of baking the peppers to crispy perfection. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and place sliced pepper jack cheese on top and bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Serving and Enjoying

Once the stuffed peppers are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and make for a tastier eating experience. While these stuffed peppers are a complete meal in themselves, you can also serve them with a side salad or garlic bread for a more filling dinner.

When it’s time to dig in, enjoy the complex flavors and textures of the dish. The slightly spicy rice mixture pairs perfectly with the sweet and tender peppers, creating a symphony of taste in your mouth. One bite and you’ll be transported to a world of deliciousness.

With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, this recipe is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinners. So gather your loved ones around the table and savor this mouthwatering meal together. Trust us, it’ll become a staple in your meal rotation.

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Spice Up Your Dinner with Zatarain’s Dirty Rice Stuffed Peppers