Description
These Greek Style Stuffed Florina Peppers are a delightful blend of sweet, creamy feta cheese with fresh herbs and garlic, baked to perfection. Ideal as an appetizer or part of a Mediterranean meze, they offer a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian dish with a touch of honey for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
Peppers
- 4 fresh Florina red peppers
Filling
- 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, finely grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes (optional, for heat)
Finishing
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Honey, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Peppers: Wash the Florina peppers thoroughly. Using a sharp knife, create a “T” shaped incision by slicing down the middle and across the top, forming a flap. Carefully remove all seeds and membranes, keeping the peppers intact.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled feta, cream cheese, grated garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, chopped parsley, and freshly ground black pepper. Add chili flakes if desired. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the cheese mixture generously into each pepper cavity. Fold the flap back over to close the pepper securely.
- Arrange and Bake: Place stuffed peppers on a lightly oiled baking tray, spacing evenly. Drizzle a little olive oil over the tops. Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (430°F) for about 25 minutes, until peppers are tender, slightly blistered, and filling is warm.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm as an appetizer or part of a Greek meze. Optionally, drizzle with honey for a sweet finish.
Notes
- Florina peppers can be substituted with other sweet red peppers if unavailable.
- Chili flakes can be added to the filling for a spicy kick.
- Use good quality feta and fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- The honey drizzle is optional but adds a lovely contrast to the savory filling.
- Ensure the peppers remain intact when removing seeds to hold the filling well during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
