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Stuffed Capsicums Recipe
Overview:
Stuffed Capsicums, a cherished family delight, perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or simply to warm up on chilly nights. Bursting with flavors, this dish combines the succulence of minced beef with the subtle sweetness of capsicums, creating a wholesome and satisfying meal.
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per serving: 293.1
Ingredients:
- 8 green capsicums
- 500g minced beef
- 2 onions
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions:
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Prepare the Meat Mixture:
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- Add the minced beef and cook until it changes color, ensuring it’s evenly browned.
- Season the meat with salt, pepper, tomato paste, paprika, and finely chopped parsley. Set aside.
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Cook the Rice:
- Bring plenty of salted water to a boil.
- Add the long-grain rice and cook until it’s firm. Be cautious not to overcook, as it will continue to soften later.
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Combine Meat and Rice:
- Mix the cooked rice into the prepared meat mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
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Prepare the Capsicums:
- Cut the tops off the capsicums and remove the core and seeds.
- Fill each capsicum about 3/4 full with the meat and rice mixture, replacing the tops once filled.
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Make the Sauce:
- In a separate pan, add some olive oil and cook the remaining chopped onion and garlic cloves until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Arrange the stuffed capsicums in a large casserole or ovenproof dish.
- Ladle the prepared sauce over the capsicums, ensuring they’re generously coated.
- Cover the dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the capsicums are tender.
- Keep an eye on them and remove from the oven earlier if they begin to fall apart.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 293.1
- Fat: 10.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 42.5mg
- Sodium: 319.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 35.8g
- Fiber: 4.9g
- Sugar: 8.7g
- Protein: 16.1g
Recipe Keywords:
Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kosher, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours 🌶🍴🥩🍚🍅
Enjoy your Stuffed Capsicums!
This delightful dish is sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Bon appétit!