**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony of Sweet and Sour Stuffed Bell Peppers**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Sweet and Sour Stuffed Bell Peppers, a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. These vibrant bell peppers are meticulously stuffed with a medley of savory ingredients, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and sour notes. Dive into a world of culinary delight as you savor the tender bell peppers enveloped in a luscious sweet and sour sauce, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a realm of gastronomic bliss. Our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse range of culinary experiences, catering to every palate and preference. From the classic Sweet and Sour Stuffed Bell Peppers, bursting with traditional flavors, to the tantalizing Vegetarian Sweet and Sour Stuffed Bell Peppers, a symphony of plant-based delights, our recipes promise an unforgettable culinary adventure.
SWEET AND SOUR PEPPERS STUFFED WITH RICE OR BULGUR AND FENNEL
These sweet and sour peppers are great on their own, but they can also be filled. I like the filled peppers both cold, as sort of a salad, and warm. This is one instance in which fleshy red peppers work best.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, main course, side dish
Time 1h
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Simmer the peppers. Combine the water, sugar, vinegar, sliced onion, sliced garlic, salt, bay leaf and thyme in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add the peppers, turn the heat to medium and boil gently for 15 minutes, checking and spooning liquid over the peppers from time to time if they are not submerged. Remove from the heat, allow to cool, cover and refrigerate until cold.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet and add the fennel and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the fennel is tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds to a minute, until fragrant, then stir in the rice or bulgur and mix together. Season to taste with salt and pepper and remove from the heat. Stir in the herbs.
- Set a strainer over a bowl and drain the peppers. Blot them dry with paper towels and arrange on a platter or on plates if serving cold. Arrange in a lightly oiled baking dish if serving hot, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Fill with the rice mixture and spoon 2 teaspoons of the marinade over the filling of each serving. Sprinkle on the feta. Serve or chill if serving cold. If serving warm place in the oven for 15 minutes, until the cheese softens.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 389, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 959 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams
SERIOUSLY GOOD STUFFED BELL PEPPERS
Recipe for stuffed bell peppers that are incredibly moist, melt-in-your-mouth tender and finger-licking delicious.
Provided by Victor
Categories Dinner lunch Main Course
Time 3h50m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet and saute the onions over medium-high heat, frequently stirring, until they become translucent and begin to brown.
- Add the minced garlic, diced celery and carrot and cook for another minute or so.
- Add the minced meat, salt and pepper and sweet paprika. Stir fry for 15 minutes, breaking up clumps.
- Once the meat stuffing is done cooking, move from the heat and let it cool down. Mix in cooked rice. Taste for salt and pepper and adjust to taste.
- While the stuffing is cooling down, rinse the peppers, cut off the tops with stems, and remove seeds and membranes.
- Fill each pepper generously with the stuffing mixture.
- Transfer peppers to a slow cooker greased with some olive oil. Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours, or until the peppers are tender to your liking.
- To serve, very gently remove the peppers with a large slotted spoon and place on serving plates. Serve drizzled with pan juices. You can top the peppers with yogurt or sour cream and chopped parsley. Creamy mashed potatoes will make a great side dish if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 962 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SWEET AND SOUR COUSCOUS-STUFFED PEPPERS
Stuff couscous and beef into sweet bell peppers for a nutritious protein-packed meal. The bold colors of the antioxidant-packed bell peppers aren't just for decoration-the more bright colors you can pile onto your plate, the healthier your meal will be.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Pulse the carrots, celery and shallots in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium high. Add the chopped vegetables and cook, stirring frequently, until light golden and soft, 8 to 10 minutes. (Add a splash of water if the mixture begins to stick.) Add the ground beef and 4 teaspoons of the tomato paste and cook, breaking the mixture up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 4 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water, the parsley, raisins, 1 tablespoon of the vinegar and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until most of the water is absorbed and the mixture gets saucy, about 1 minute. Let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, toss the pepper halves with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the peppers are pliable, 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully uncover the bowl and pour out any liquid that has accumulated.
- Stir the couscous into the beef mixture. Whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon vinegar and 3/4 cup water in the bottom of a large baking dish.
- Carefully transfer the peppers to the baking dish cut-side up and fill each pepper with the couscous mixture. Sprinkle with the cheese. Cover with foil and bake until the peppers are tender and the stuffing is hot, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature drizzled with the tomato cooking liquid.
STUFFED SWEET BELL PEPPERS
When the end of the garden comes, I have too many peppers, tomatoes, and other vegetables. I gleaned from all the recipes here I could find and adjusted it to suit our garden produce and tastes. We grow our own herbs, and I tend to be very heavy handed with basil and moderately heavy handed with oregano.
Provided by Sweetiebarbara
Categories Rice
Time 2h
Yield 8 stuffed peppers, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cut the tops off peppers, clean out the seeds and any heavy membranes, and set into 2 (lightly oiled)deep baking dishes.
- Saute 2 of the onions with the (diced) tops of the peppers in olive oil.
- Set aside to allow to cool.
- Saute remaining onion (until translucent) and garlic in olive oil in saucepan (add the garlic in last 3 minutes, so it does not burn).
- Add the tomato sauce (reserve about 1/4 cup), diced tomato (if no fresh tomato is available, a small can of diced tomato works fine), and sugar.
- Let sauce simmer gently while stuffing peppers.
- Slightly beat egg in a medium bowl.
- Add ground beef, the reserved tomato sauce, rice, sauted peppers/onion mixture, and spices.
- Mix lightly and fill peppers.
- Add sauce to baking dish.
- Bake (covered) at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, putting cheese on top during last 15 minutes of baking time.
- Serve with a green vegetable or salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.1, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 94.8, Sodium 509, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 9.1, Protein 21.6
Tips:
- Choose the right bell peppers: Look for bell peppers that are firm, brightly colored, and have smooth skin. Avoid peppers that are bruised or have blemishes.
- Prepare the bell peppers properly: Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. You can also use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and ribs.
- Cook the rice ahead of time: This will save you time and ensure that the rice is cooked evenly. You can cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop.
- Use a variety of fillings: You can use any type of filling you like in your stuffed bell peppers. Some popular options include ground beef, sausage, turkey, chicken, beans, and vegetables.
- Don't overcook the bell peppers: The bell peppers should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooking the bell peppers will make them mushy.
Conclusion:
Sweet and sour stuffed bell peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and they can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.
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