Dal Palak Bharwa Shimla Mirch (lentil And Spinach Stuffed Bell Peppers)
This Dal Palak Bharwa Shimla Mirch recipe is a delightful combination of lentils, spinach, and bell peppers, creating a flavorful and nutritious dish from East Indian Cuisine.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 cup yellow lentils
- 2 cups chopped spinach
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the lentils, spinach, onion, tomatoes, garlic, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt.
- Stuff the bell peppers with the lentil and spinach mixture.
- Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish, drizzle with oil, and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Baking dish Foil
Tools
Knife Cutting board Mixing bowl Baking sheet
Serving suggestions
Serve the Dal Palak Bharwa Shimla Mirch with naan bread or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
To add a smoky flavor, you can also grill the stuffed bell peppers instead of baking them.
Cost
$10