Bharwa Shimla Mirch Recipe
Take your taste buds on an adventure with Bharwa Shimla Mirch! Bell peppers are hollowed out and stuffed with a flavorful spiced filling, creating a delightful vegetarian dish.
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Servings: 4 People
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
For the Masala Filling:
- 4 Large bell peppers (any color), halved and deseeded
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 Potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 Cup Green peas, boiled
- 2 Green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tsp Cumin seeds
- 1 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add finely chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add ginger-garlic paste and chopped green chilies, and sauté for another minute.
- Add finely chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
- Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Add boiled and mashed potatoes along with boiled green peas. Mix until well combined and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and let the masala filling cool slightly.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Stuff the bell pepper halves with the prepared masala filling, pressing it gently to ensure even distribution.
- Arrange the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish and cover with Aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bell peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
- Once done, remove the foil and garnish the stuffed bell peppers with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve hot as a delicious appetizer or side dish, accompanied by rice or naan bread.
- Enjoy the delightful flavors and aromatic spices of Masala Stuffed Bell Peppers, a flavorful dish that's sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g