Gefüllte Paprika, or stuffed bell peppers, is a classic German dish that dates back to the early twentieth century. This particular recipe comes from, Uroma Susanne, who believed that food was the way to a person's heart. Her traditional stuffed pepper recipe has been passed down through the generations, cherished for its simple ingredients and hearty flavor.
Ingredients:
- 6 bell peppers
- 1 lb (500 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of cooked rice
- 1 egg
- 2 cups of crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1/2 tsp of pepper
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- fresh parsley for garnish
Preparation:
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Prepare the Base: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). While the oven is heating, cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Set aside. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic to the pan, and sauté until the onions become translucent. Add the ground beef to the pan and brown. Once browned, add the cooked rice, salt, pepper, and half of the crushed tomatoes. Continue to cook the mixture for a few more minutes until it's well combined. Stuff each bell pepper with the ground beef mixture.
Place the stuffed peppers into a baking dish, caps side up. Pour the remaining tomatoes over the peppers. Place into the oven and bake for about 35 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender. - Serve and Garnish: Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving. To serve, plate each stuffed pepper and pour a little of the tomato sauce from the pan over them. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Tip:
To make the dish vegetarian, you can replace the ground beef with a mixture of chopped mushrooms and lentils for similar texture and a great flavor pair. Enjoy!
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