World Flavors Cookbook

Punjene Paprike (Stuffed Peppers)

A domestic staple: bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of meat and rice, simmered in a rich tomato sauce.

Cuisine: Croatia

Ingredients

• 10 bell peppers
• 500g ground beef and pork mix
• 100g rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp paprika
• Sauce: 500ml tomato purée, roux (oil/flour), sugar, salt
• Potato mash for serving

Instructions

1. Stuff cleaned peppers with raw meat, rice, and onion mixture.
2. Place peppers in a large pot.
3. Cover with tomato sauce and water.
4. Simmer for 1 hour until the rice is cooked and meat is tender.
5. Always serve with creamy mashed potatoes.