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Rocoto Relleno

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Recipe of Rocoto Relleno

Rocoto Relleno is a traditional Peruvian dish made with Rocoto peppers stuffed with meat and cheese, baked to perfection. It's spicy, flavorful, and oh-so-delicious!

Recipe Summary

Preparation

60 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2

Step 2

Cut the tops off the Rocoto peppers and remove the seeds.
3

Step 3

Place the peppers in a pot of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4

Step 4

In a skillet, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
5

Step 5

Add the ground beef, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned.
6

Step 6

Stir in the cooked rice, Parmesan cheese, and tomato sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes.
7

Step 7

Stuff the Rocoto peppers with the meat mixture and place them in a baking dish.
8

Step 8

Pour the beef broth over the stuffed peppers.
9

Step 9

Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
10

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden.
11

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Rocoto Relleno!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Rocoto Relleno and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Rocoto Relleno to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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