Crock Pot Lamb Stuffed Green Bell Peppers Recipe
Description
Indulge in the flavors of tender lamb, fragrant rice, and savory seasonings, all packed into vibrant green bell peppers, slow-cooked to perfection. This easy crock pot meal is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. Serve it alongside a fresh green salad, crisp new carrots, and some snap peas for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours and 15 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 Stuffed peppers
- Rating: 5 stars (from 7 reviews)
Ingredients
- 6 green peppers
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lite olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 395.5
- Fat: 26.5g
- Saturated Fat: 10.7g
- Cholesterol: 65.2mg
- Sodium: 470.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.6g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 5.3g
- Protein: 16.1g
Instructions
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Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the green peppers and remove the seeds and fiber from inside.
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Prepare the Filling: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and chopped onion, and cook until the lamb is browned and the onion is translucent.
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Season the Filling: Stir in the cooked rice, salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin until well combined.
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Fill the Peppers: Stuff each prepared green pepper with the lamb and rice mixture, distributing it evenly among the peppers.
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Assemble in the Crock Pot: Place the reserved pepper tops in the bottom of the crock pot. Arrange the stuffed peppers on top of the pepper tops.
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Add Broth: Pour the beef broth into the crock pot around the stuffed peppers.
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Slow Cook: Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the peppers to become tender.
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Remove Peppers: Carefully remove the stuffed peppers from the crock pot and place them on a serving dish.
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Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, tomato paste, lemon juice, and sour cream until smooth.
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Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch mixture to the remaining broth in the crock pot, stirring well to combine.
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Finish Cooking: Return the stuffed peppers to the crock pot, covering them with the sauce. Cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to intensify.
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Serve: Serve the lamb-stuffed green bell peppers hot, accompanied by the rich and flavorful sauce.
Enjoy this hearty and satisfying meal with family and friends, savoring every bite of the tender lamb and perfectly cooked peppers! 🌶🍲
