Bosnian Stuffed Peppers with Meat

Ingredients

• 6 large bell peppers 6 large bell peppers
• 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef
• 1 cup (200g) rice 1 cup (200g) rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 2 cups (470ml) beef or vegetable broth 2 cups (470ml) beef or vegetable broth
• Olive oil, for drizzling Olive oil, for drizzling

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 28g, 4g
• Protein: 26g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. 3.
   In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, rice, onion, garlic, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, parsley, and dill. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. 4.
   Stuff each bell pepper with the meat and rice mixture, pressing it down gently to fill the pepper completely.
5. 5.
   Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and pour the broth into the dish.
6. 6.
   Drizzle the tops of the peppers with olive oil.
7. 7.
   Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
8. 8.
   Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly charred.
9. 9.
   Serve the Bosnian Stuffed Peppers with Meat hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice — Rinse the rice thoroughly before using to remove excess starch and ensure a fluffy texture.
• Bell peppers — Choose firm and vibrant bell peppers for the best results. Remove the seeds and membranes carefully to avoid damaging the pepper.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.
• You can use a combination of different colored bell peppers to make the dish visually appealing.
• Leftover stuffed peppers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to develop and intensify.

Serving advice

Serve the Bosnian Stuffed Peppers with Meat as a main course, accompanied by a fresh salad and crusty bread. The peppers can be enjoyed on their own or with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.

Presentation advice

Arrange the stuffed peppers on a platter, garnished with fresh herbs such as parsley or dill. The vibrant colors of the peppers will make for an eye-catching presentation.