Kumpir Karides

Kumpir Karides is a deliciously stuffed baked potato dish from Turkey, featuring creamy mashed potatoes mixed with vibrant shrimp and fresh vegetables. This high-protein meal is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it a perfect seafood delight.

Ingredients

• Large baking potatoes - 2
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1/2
• Green onion (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Butter - 30 grams
• Cheddar cheese (grated) - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash the baking potatoes thoroughly and prick them several times with a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until tender.
3. While the potatoes are baking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika, then squeeze in the lemon juice. Stir in the diced red bell pepper and sliced green onion, cooking for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut them in half lengthwise and scoop out a portion of the potato flesh, placing it in a mixing bowl.
6. Mash the scooped potato with butter and a bit of salt until creamy. Fold in the shrimp mixture and half of the grated cheddar cheese.
7. Return the mixture back into the potato skins, topping them with the remaining cheddar cheese.
8. Place the stuffed potatoes back in the oven for an additional 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 19 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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