This Keto Stuffed Peperoncini with Italian Dry Salami is a savory and creamy snack. We prepare this snack with pepperoncini peppers, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, Italian dry salami, olive oil, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and parsley. You might get all these ingredients from supermarkets. This pepperoncini contains 185 kcal and two g of net carbs. We make this peperocini in only fifteen minutes. We do not recommend freezing this peperocini. But you can make this peperocini earlier, as it stores perfectly in the fridge for three days. This Keto Stuffed Peperoncini with Italian Dry Salami is perfect for snacks, breakfasts, gatherings, sides, occasions, appetizers, celebrations, lunches, special events, and dinners. You can serve this with keto salami cream cheese roll-ups, bacon-wrapped asparagus, and keto pickle wraps.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
STATS:
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Single Portion Size: 3 stuffed pepperoncini
- Cooking Mode: No-Cook
- Total Servings: Four servings
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 15 minutes
TOOLS:
- Bowls
- Spoon or small spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Paper towels
- Serving platter
INGREDIENTS:
- 10 whole pepperoncini peppers
- 120 g cream cheese
- 60 g Italian dry salami
- 40 g mozzarella cheese
- 20 g Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PEPERONCINI:
- Peperoncini give a mild and tarty flavor. You can substitute it with the mini sweet peppers, hollowed jalapenos, or banana peppers.
ITALIAN DRY SALAMI:
- Italian dry salami delivers a savory and indulgent taste. We can alternate it with the soppressata, chopped prosciutto, pepperoni, or cooked bacon.
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese provides healthy fats and a richer texture. You can swap it with ricotta, high-fat Greek cream, or mascarpone cheese.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese gives a stretchy texture and mild flavor. Utilize the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, or provolone instead.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan cheese offers a savory and sharp flavor. You can use ricotta, grana podano, or pecorino romano as a replacement.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil gives healthy fats and improves the flavor. Alternatively, use the melted butter, ghee, or avocado oil.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Strain the pepperoncini & completely dry it with pepperoncini towels.
- Make the slit on one side with care and eliminate all the seeds.
- Stir the garlic powder, mozzarella cheese, black pepper, Italian dry salami, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, & Italian seasoning in a vessel.
- Whisk them properly till they are blended.
- Carefully spread the salami & cheese mixture on all the pepperoncini.
- Put all the stuffed peppers on a serving platter.
- Include chopped parsley as a garnish for a crisp flavor.
- Bake for five minutes at 180 degrees C till it gets softer.
- Serve this stuffed pepperoni quickly.
TIPS:
- Refrigerate the stuffed peppers for fifteen minutes, so the filling will firm up.
- We utilize a neutral temperature cream cheese to form a smooth texture.
- Use dry peppers to avoid liquid filling.
- Include crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy taste.
- You can make the filling and stuff peppers earlier.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
APPETIZERS:
- Keto Antipasto Skewers
- Keto Caprese Bites
- Keto Salami Cream Cheese Roll-Ups
- Keto Stuffed Mini Peppers
SNACKS:
- Keto Jalapeño Poppers
- Keto Pepperoni Cheese Chips
- Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus
- Keto Stuffed Mushrooms
CHARCUTERIE BOARD IDEAS:
- Keto Cheese & Olive Platter
- Keto Prosciutto Roll-Ups
- Keto Pickle Wraps
- Keto Cucumber Cream Cheese Bites
SIDES:
- Keto Garlic Roasted Zucchini
- Keto Cauliflower Antipasto Salad
- Keto Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
- Keto Italian Chopped Salad
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the remaining stuffed pepperoncini in a closed bowl and store them for three days.
FREEZER:
- We don’t recommend storing this stuffed pepperoncini, because the cream cheese filling will separate & peppers will become watery.
FAQs:
Can I bake this stuffed pepperoni?
- Yes, you can bake it for some time to improve the flavor & melt the cheese.
Can I prepare this stuffed pepperoni earlier?
- Yes, you can make this stuffed pepperoncini twenty-four hours earlier and chill it.
Are these pepperoncini good for keto?
- Yes, because we make these stuffed pepperoncini with every keto component.
Are these stuffed peperoncini best for dairy-sensitive people?
- No, these stuffed peperoncini are not good for dairy allergies, but you can make it vegan by utilizing the non-dairy products.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 185 kcal
Sodium: 520 mg
Net Carbs: 2 g
Fiber: 0.7 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 15 g
Proteins: 9 g
Portion size: 3 stuffed peppers
Total Carbs: 2.7 g