Stuffed Bell Peppers

These Low Carb Chinese Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delightful fusion of flavors, featuring a savory filling of ground chicken and aromatic spices. Perfect as a snack or light meal, they are both nutritious and satisfying, making them a fantastic low-carb option.

Ingredients

• 2 large bell peppers - any color
• 300 grams ground chicken
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic - minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger - grated
• 2 green onions - chopped
• 50 grams shiitake mushrooms - finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
3. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, green onions, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry and add it to the chicken mixture to bind the filling.
5. Stuff each bell pepper with the chicken mixture, pressing down to pack it tightly.
6. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the tops are golden.
8. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the bell peppers and mushrooms.

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