Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers
A savory dish filled with spiced rice and seafood, inspired by the convenience of 's services. This caribbean-inspired one pot ready in about 55 minutes pairs bell peppers, long grain rice, shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 large, halved bell peppers
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking dish and place peppers cut-side up.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Stir in shrimp, cook for 3-4 minutes until pink. Add rice, tomato sauce, coconut milk, salt, and black pepper; mix until combined.
- Step 4: Spoon the mixture into peppers, top with remaining olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Step 5: Let cool slightly, then serve with a side of crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bell peppers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Banker's Feast Stuffed Peppers?
Caribbean one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
