Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 cans of tuna in oil
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of capers
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your delicious tuna-stuffed peppers preserved in oil:
Step 1: Prepare the Peppers
Start by washing the bell peppers and cutting off the tops. Remove the seeds and discard them.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, combine the tuna (along with its oil), chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, capers, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well-combined.
Step 3: Stuff the Peppers
Using a spoon, fill each bell pepper with the tuna mixture. Press the filling gently to make sure it’s compact and evenly distributed.
Step 4: Preserve in Oil
In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Carefully place the stuffed peppers into the pot, making sure they are completely submerged in the oil. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until the peppers become slightly tender.
Step 5: Cool and Store
Remove the stuffed peppers from the heat and allow them to cool completely. Once cooled, transfer them to a sterilized jar, filling it with the remaining olive oil. Make sure all the peppers are covered by the oil to ensure proper preservation.
Enjoy Your Tuna Stuffed Peppers!
Your homemade tuna-stuffed peppers preserved in oil are now ready to be enjoyed! These delicious peppers make a perfect appetizer or addition to salads, sandwiches, and more. Store them in a cool, dark place and consume within a few weeks for optimal freshness.
We hope you love this recipe as much as we do! Give it a try and let us know how it turns out.