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Bell Peppers With Spiced Ground Beef and Rice
Faiza Shabir

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Spiced Ground Beef and Rice

These stuffed bell peppers are loaded with flavorful spiced ground beef, fluffy rice, and a rich tomato base. They’re hearty, colorful, and perfect for a satisfying family dinner. Easy to prep, baked to perfection, and packed with bold, comforting flavors in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large bell peppers tops cut and seeds removed
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan then sauté onion and garlic until fragrant
  3. Add ground beef and cook until browned
  4. Stir in paprika cumin chili flakes oregano salt and pepper
  5. Mix in cooked rice and tomato sauce then simmer for 5 minutes
  6. Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture
  7. Place peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil
  8. Bake for 30 minutes then remove foil and add cheese on top
  9. Bake another 10 minutes until cheese melts and peppers are tender
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm

Notes

  • Use any color bell peppers for a vibrant look
  • Swap beef with chicken or turkey if preferred
  • Add a little broth to the baking dish to keep the peppers moist
  • You can make filling ahead of time for quick assembly
  • For extra spice, add chopped green chilies

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