Green Peppers With Tomato Sauce Recipe
Description: This adopted recipe offers a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the freshness of green peppers with the rich tanginess of tomato sauce, enhanced with aromatic garlic, onions, and parsley. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish perfect for a quick lunch or snack, embodying elements of Lebanese, Caribbean, Greek, and Southwest Asian cuisines.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 95.9 kcal
- Rating: ★★★★☆ (1 review)
Ingredients:
- 10 green peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tomatoes
- 2 onions
- 2 garlic cloves
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare Green Peppers:
- Start by washing the green peppers thoroughly under running water.
- Drain them well and set aside.
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Sauté Green Peppers:
- In a frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the green peppers.
- Carefully place the green peppers in the hot oil.
- Sauté the peppers, turning them occasionally, until they are evenly browned on both sides.
- Once browned, remove the green peppers from the pan and set them aside.
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Prepare Tomato Sauce:
- Peel the skin off the tomatoes. Alternatively, you can dice them if you prefer to keep the skins.
- Grate the two tomatoes and set them aside.
- Peel and finely chop the onions.
- In the same frying pan used for the peppers, add the chopped onions and cook them until they turn golden brown.
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Add Garlic and Parsley:
- While the onions are cooking, finely chop the garlic cloves.
- Once the onions are golden brown, add the chopped garlic to the pan.
- Stir in some freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and freshness.
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Combine Tomato Sauce:
- Once the garlic becomes fragrant, add the grated tomatoes to the pan.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently.
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Season and Serve:
- Season the tomato sauce with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Allow the sauce to simmer for a few more minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once done, pour the savory tomato sauce over the sautéed green peppers.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 95.9 kcal
- Fat: 0.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 13.9 mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.3 g
- Fiber: 6.6 g
- Sugar: 11.1 g
- Protein: 3.7 g
This vibrant dish offers a burst of flavors and nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a light and healthy meal. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this recipe is sure to impress with its simplicity and deliciousness. Enjoy your green peppers with tomato sauce, infused with the warmth of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern spices, for a satisfying culinary experience! 🌶🍅👩🍳
