European-Style Stuffed Peppers

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A delicious recipe for stuffed peppers, inspired by European cuisine, featuring a flavorful mixture of vegetables, rice, and meat, topped with a creamy white sauce.Make your favorite recipe easily at home, CLICK HERE

Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
1hr 0min
Total Time
1hr 30min
European-Style Stuffed Peppers recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 stuffed pepper)

Stuffed Peppers

  • 4piece
    bell peppers
  • 1piece
    onion, chopped
  • 1piece
    carrot, grated
  • 2clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1cup
    cooked rice
  • 1cup
    tomato sauce
  • 1/2cup
    water
  • 1/2lb
    ground meat
  • 1tbsp
    oil
  • 1tsp
    salt

White Sauce

  • 2piece
    egg yolks
  • 1cup
    yogurt
  • 2tbsp
    flour
  • 1/2tsp
    salt

How to make European-Style Stuffed Peppers

Prepare the Peppers

  1. Cut the tops off the peppers and clean the insides. Save the tops for later.

    Step 1.1: Cut the tops off the peppers and clean the insides

Prepare the Filling

  1. Sauté onions, grated carrot, and garlic in a pan.

    Step 2.1: Sauté onions, grated carrot, and garlic in a pan
  2. Add seasonings to taste and stir between each ingredient.

    Step 2.1: Add seasonings to taste and stir between each ingredient
  3. Add cooked rice, tomato sauce, and water to the pan.

    Step 2.1: Add cooked rice, tomato sauce, and water to the pan
  4. Remove from heat and mix in the ground meat. Ensure it is mixed well.

    Step 2.1: Remove from heat and mix in the ground meat
  5. Season with a little more salt.

Stuff and Bake the Peppers

  1. Stuff the peppers with the prepared mixture.

    Step 3.1: Stuff the peppers with the prepared mixture
  2. Place the tops back on each pepper.

    Step 3.1: Place the tops back on each pepper
  3. Arrange the peppers in a baking dish.

    Step 3.1: Arrange the peppers in a baking dish
  4. Sprinkle a little salt on top and add oil and water to the baking dish.

    Step 3.1: Sprinkle a little salt on top and add oil and water to the baking dish
  5. Bake until fully cooked.

    Step 3.1: Bake until fully cooked

Prepare the White Sauce

  1. Mix egg yolks, yogurt, flour, and salt together.

    Step 4.1: Mix egg yolks, yogurt, flour, and salt together
  2. Take the liquid from the bottom of the baking dish and add it to the sauce mixture.

    Step 4.1: Take the liquid from the bottom of the baking dish and add it to the sauce mixture

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the filling is well-seasoned for the best flavor.

  2. Use a variety of colored bell peppers for a visually appealing dish.

FAQS

  1. Can I use different types of meat for the stuffed peppers?

    Yes, you can use any ground meat of your choice, such as beef, turkey, or chicken, depending on your preference.

  2. What can I substitute for yogurt in the creamy sauce?

    You can substitute yogurt with sour cream or a dairy-free alternative like cashew cream for a similar creamy texture.

  3. How do I know when the stuffed peppers are fully cooked?

    The stuffed peppers are fully cooked when the peppers are tender and the filling reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

  4. Can I prepare the stuffed peppers in advance?

    Yes, you can prepare the stuffed peppers ahead of time. Just stuff them and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake them.

  5. What can I serve with European-style stuffed peppers?

    Stuffed peppers pair well with a side salad, crusty bread, or a light vegetable dish for a complete meal.

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