Beef-Stuffed Sweet Peppers (Chile Relleno)

Experience the rich blend of sweet and savory with our Sweet Pepper Delight. This stuffed pepper recipe brings together the heartiness of ground beef, the natural sweetness of red apples and dried fruits, and the creamy indulgence of a cashew-mushroom sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or simply enjoying a decadent meal at home, each bite is packed with layered flavors that promise to delight the senses.

Ingredients:

🫑 3-4 large sweet peppers
🥩 1 pound of ground beef
🍎 1 red apple, diced
🧅 1 shallot, minced
🧄 1 garlic clove, minced
🍇 1/2 cup of raisins
🍒 1/2 cup of dried cranberries (craisins)
🧂 Kosher salt, to taste
⚫ Black pepper, to taste
🍄 4oz diced mushrooms, canned and drained
🥜 1 cup of cashews
🥛 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
🍲 2 tsp chicken bouillon granules
🌱 Black sesame seeds, for garnish

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: Serves 3-4 people

Equipment:

• Air Fryer
• Cutting board and knife
• Blender or food processor
• Spoon for stuffing
• Saucepan

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F.
2. Carefully cut a line along one side of the sweet peppers, removing the seeds and creating a pocket for the filling.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, diced red apple, minced shallot, minced garlic clove, raisins, and dried cranberries. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Stuff each pepper with the beef and fruit mixture until well-filled but not overflowing.
5. Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer and cook for 20 minutes or until the meat is cooked through and the peppers are tender.
6. While the peppers are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a blender, combine the diced mushrooms, cashews, heavy cream, and chicken bouillon. Blend until smooth. If you desire a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with chicken stock.
7. Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and warm over medium heat until heated through, stirring occasionally.
8. Once the peppers are cooked, remove them from the air fryer.
9. Serve the stuffed peppers generously drizzled with the creamy cashew-mushroom sauce.
10. Garnish with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds.

Cooking Tips:

• For a firmer sauce, allow it to simmer and reduce until it reaches your desired consistency.
• If you do not have an air fryer, bake the stuffed peppers in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 35-40 minutes.
• The raisins and craisins add a sweet touch to the savory filling; you can adjust the amounts to your preference.

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Beef-Stuffed Sweet Peppers (Chile Relleno)