Чушки Бюрек (Classic Bulgarian Stuffed Peppers)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A quintessential Bulgarian dish featuring bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of rice, minced meat, and spices, then baked until tender. This classic version emphasizes traditional flavors and preparation.
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Съставки
- Large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)4
- Ground pork or a mix of pork and beef300g
- Rice100g
- Onion1 medium
- Tomato paste2 tablespoons
- Fresh parsley1 bunch
- Vegetable oil3 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Wateras needed
Стъпки
- 1
Wash the bell peppers, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds and membranes.
- 2
Finely chop the onion and sauté it in vegetable oil until translucent.
- 3
Add the ground meat to the sautéed onion and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 4
Rinse the rice and add it to the meat mixture along with tomato paste, chopped parsley (reserve some for garnish), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 5
Stuff the pepper halves generously with the meat and rice mixture.
- 6
Arrange the stuffed peppers in a baking dish. Add about 1-2 cm of water to the bottom of the dish.
- 7
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45-50 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the rice is cooked.
- 8
Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes to allow the filling to brown slightly.
- 9
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
