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Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl

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The Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl is a hearty, rustic dish filled with seasoned shrimp, scallops, and sautéed vegetables, served in a toasted crusty bread bowl. With smoky spices and vibrant textures, it’s a comforting main course for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops or chopped white fish (optional)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Salt to taste
  • 4 crusty bread bowls (round loaves, tops removed and hollowed)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in shrimp and scallops (or fish), season with salt, paprika, and black pepper.
  6. Cook seafood until opaque and lightly browned, about 5–6 minutes.
  7. Lightly toast the hollowed-out bread bowls in the oven for 5–7 minutes.
  8. Spoon the hot seafood mixture into the toasted bread bowls.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Add lemon juice or white wine for brightness.
  • Use only shrimp if preferred.
  • Lightly toasting the bread helps prevent sogginess.
  • Seafood filling can be prepared ahead and reheated.
  • Try serving with rice or pasta instead of bread.

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