World Flavors Cookbook

Polneti Piperki (Stuffed Peppers)

Name: Polneti Piperki (Stuffed Peppers)
Cook time: 60 min
Cuisine: North Macedonia
Ingredients: 10 bell peppers, 500g ground beef, 1/2 cup rice, 1 onion, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp paprika, salt, pepper, oil

Bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and herbs, then baked in a rich tomato sauce.

Cuisine: North Macedonia

Ingredients

10 bell peppers, 500g ground beef, 1/2 cup rice, 1 onion, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp paprika, salt, pepper, oil

Instructions

1. Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds. 2. Sauté onions, then add meat and cook until browned. 3. Stir in rice, paprika, salt, and pepper. 4. Stuff the peppers with the mixture and replace the lids or use a slice of potato to seal. 5. Place in a baking dish and add a mixture of water and tomato paste. 6. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 1 hour.