Korean Turkey Stuffed Sweet Peppers (Printable)

Sweet mini peppers filled with savory Korean-spiced turkey and melted mozzarella, baked until tender and golden.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 12 to 16 sweet mini peppers

→ Meat

02 - 1 pound ground turkey

→ Aromatics

03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced plus extra for garnish

→ Sauce and Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
06 - 1 tablespoon gochujang Korean chili paste
07 - 1 tablespoon honey
08 - 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
09 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

11 - 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - Slice mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds. Arrange pepper halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of oil. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until just browned, approximately 5 minutes.
04 - Add minced garlic, ginger, and green onions. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
05 - Stir in soy sauce, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until well combined and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
06 - Spoon the turkey mixture evenly into each pepper half, pressing gently to fill.
07 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the stuffed peppers.
08 - Bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and lightly golden.
09 - Garnish with extra green onion and toasted sesame seeds. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant Fusion: A beautiful blend of Korean aromatics and classic stuffed peppers that looks as good as it tastes.
  • Lean & Satisfying: Ground turkey provides a high-protein base that feels light yet filling.
  • Versatile Serving: Perfect as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer or a quick, healthy main dish.
02 -
  • Filling Texture: Press the turkey mixture gently into the peppers to ensure they are well-packed and won't fall apart when served.
  • Check for Gluten: If cooking for a gluten-free diet, always verify that your soy sauce and gochujang are certified gluten-free.
  • Cheese Browning: If you prefer a crispier topping, you can broil the peppers for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
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