Ardei Umpluti (stuffed Bell Peppers)

Ardei Umpluti, or Stuffed Bell Peppers, is a traditional dish in Romani cuisine that is both flavorful and satisfying. The combination of ground meat, rice, and aromatic spices makes this dish a favorite for family gatherings and special occasions.

Ardei Umpluti (stuffed Bell Peppers)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (14 oz) tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onion, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the meat mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed peppers.
  6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the meat is cooked through.
  8. Serve the stuffed bell peppers hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Large bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ardei Umpluti with a side of crusty bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, replace the ground beef with cooked lentils and add more vegetables to the stuffing mixture.

Cost

$12