Biber Dolmasi

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 14
Spicy and savory, Biber Dolmasi packs a flavorful punch
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 big red peppers
300 g minced beef or 300 g ground lamb
100 g rice
1 big yellow onion
1 tablespoon tomato concentrate
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon coriander
1 pinch salt
1 pinch black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
623
Sugar
5g
Fat
45g
Biber Dolmasi is a traditional Turkish dish that is often served as a main course. The dish consists of red bell peppers that are stuffed with a mixture of rice, beef or lamb, and seasonings. The peppers are then baked until they are soft and the filling is cooked through. The combination of the savory meat filling and the sweet, roasted bell pepper is a tasty and satisfying meal that is sure to impress. The dish can be quite spicy, so if you're not a fan of heat, you may want to adjust the recipe to your liking.

Instructions

1.Cook the rice in boiling water for 15-18 minutes. Rinse it thoroughly under cold water.
2.Heat oil in a frying pan, add the onions. Cook for5 minutes until slightly softened.
3.Add the beef/lamb, salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-8 minutes.
4.Mix the cooked rice, coriander, dried mint, tomato concentrate, and lemon juice well.
5.Stuff the red peppers with the mixture.
6.Arrange the stuffed peppers in a casserole. Add 70ml or 1/3 cup of water and cover the dish.
7.Cook for 40-45 minutes in a 200°C/ 180°C fan/ Gas 6 preheated oven. Check occasionally to see if more water is needed. Add more water if needed.

PROS

Biber Dolmasi is a protein-rich filling dish that is quite easy to prepare.
The tomatoes in the dish are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect against cancer.
It’s also gluten-free and low-carb.

CONS

Biber Dolmasi is often heavy on oil, making it high in fat and calories.
The dish can also be quite spicy, so not everyone may enjoy the heat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Biber Dolmasi contains a good amount of protein and is rich in lycopene, which is an antioxidant that helps protect against some types of cancer. The dish is also naturally gluten-free and low-carb, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

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