Stuffed Paprika (Green Bell Peppers) Toltottpaprika

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Stuffed Paprika (Green Bell Peppers) Toltottpaprika Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

50 -100 ml vegetable oil
1 large onion , chopped
3 tomatoes , cut in small pieces
2 -3 celery leaves , chopped
350 g tomato puree ( tinned version )
1 beef stock cube
1 -2 tablespoon sugar ( according to taste )
200 ml white wine
400 ml water
500 g ground pork , meet preferably low fat content , premium quality meat
100 g smoked bacon , chopped to very small pieces or minced together with the meet
150 g rice
1 egg
2 -3 garlic cloves , crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon white pepper powder
1 teaspoon marjoram
8 -10 pieces of large yellow paprika green peppers , cut on the top and the seeds taken off
6 -8 pieces potatoes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
450
Sugar
5g
Fat
20g
Stuffed Paprika is a traditional Hungarian dish that is typically served during special occasions such as weddings or family celebrations. It is typically made with large paprika peppers that are stuffed with a mixture of pork, rice, and spices and then baked in a tomato-based sauce. The dish is popular in many parts of Europe and is a great way to use up leftover rice or vegetables. This recipe is easy to prepare and makes a filling and flavorful one-dish meal that is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

Instructions

1.Start by preheating the oven to 392°F (200°C).
2.In a large frying pan sauté the onions until they turn golden-brown, then add the tomatoes, celery, tomato puree, beef stock cube, sugar, white wine and water, stir and let it cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes.
3.While the sauce is cooking, combine the pork, smoked bacon, rice, egg, garlic, cumin, white pepper and marjoram in a large mixing bowl until well mixed.
4.Scoop the mixture into each of the peppers, packing it down firmly.
5.Place the stuffed peppers into a baking dish and pour the sauce that you prepared in step 2 over them.
6.Add chopped vegetables such as potatoes or carrots around the peppers for additional flavor. Cover with foil and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes until the peppers and potatoes are cooked through and tender.

PROS

This is a great one dish meal that is filling and flavorful.

Stuffed Paprika is easy to prepare, and you can use leftover rice or other vegetables to make this dish.

The dish is high in protein and rich in minerals such as iron and zinc.

CONS

The dish may not be suitable for vegetarians or vegans as it contains meat.

If you have dietary restrictions, you may need to substitute some of the ingredients.

The dish may be high in sodium due to the use of beef stock cube.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Stuffed Paprika is rich in protein and minerals such as iron and zinc which are essential for healthy blood and immune system function.
The dish is also rich in vitamin C which helps to boost immunity and support collagen production.
Vitamin C also helps to reduce inflammation and supports healthy skin.
The dish also contains antioxidants which help to protect the body against damage from free radical molecules.

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