Spiced Lentil And Vegetable Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

About this recipe

Bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful lentil and vegetable mix, baked to perfection and served with a tangy tomato sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 piece Yellow Bell Pepper
• - Green Peas
• - Baby Tomatoes
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Salt
• - Coriander Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Wash the bell peppers and cut off the tops to create a cavity for stuffing.
2. 2. Rinse the lentils thoroughly and cook them in boiling water until soft, about 10 minutes.
3. 3. Finely chop the carrots, onions, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger for the stuffing mix.
4. 4. Heat oil in a pan and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
5. 5. Add the chopped carrots and peas to the pan, cooking until slightly softened.
6. 6. Stir in the tomatoes, cooked lentils, and spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt). Cook for 5 minutes.
7. 7. Remove the stuffing from heat and let it cool slightly before filling the bell peppers.
8. 8. Stuff each bell pepper generously with the lentil and vegetable mixture.
9. 9. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
10. 10. Place the stuffed bell peppers on the tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until tender.
11. 11. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves before serving.
12. 12. Serve hot with a side of tomato sauce or chutney for added flavor.