Traditional Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers with Beans (Пълнени чушки с боб)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
Classic Bulgarian stuffed bell peppers filled with a hearty mixture of cooked beans, rice, onions, tomatoes, and herbs, baked until tender. A comforting and traditional main course.
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Съставки
- Bell peppers4 large
- White beans (e.g., Great Northern or Cannellini)2 cups cooked
- Rice (e.g., Arborio or medium-grain)1/2 cup uncooked
- Onions2 medium
- Tomatoes (canned crushed or fresh)1 cup
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Vegetable oil1/4 cup
- Fresh parsley1/4 cup chopped
- Dried mint1 teaspoon
- Paprika1 teaspoon
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water1 cup
Стъпки
- 1
Wash bell peppers, cut off the tops, and remove seeds and membranes. Blanch peppers in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain.
- 2
Finely chop one onion and sauté in vegetable oil until softened. Add the uncooked rice and sauté for another minute.
- 3
Stir in cooked beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped parsley, dried mint, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Stuff the blanched peppers with the bean and rice mixture. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
- 5
Pour water into the baking dish around the peppers. Cover the dish with foil.
- 6
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45-60 minutes, or until peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through. Remove foil for the last 10-15 minutes if you want a slightly browned top.
