Dolma Biber (turkish Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice And Lamb)

Dolma Biber is a traditional dish in Mizrahi Jewish cuisine, featuring bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice and lamb. This dish is a beloved part of many holiday and celebratory meals.

Kosher Main Course Mizrahi Jewish Stuffed Peppers Lamb
Dolma Biber (turkish Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice And Lamb)

Ingredients

  • 6 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the rice, ground lamb, onion, tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, mint, olive oil, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the rice and lamb mixture and place them in a deep pot.
  5. Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the stuffed peppers.
  6. Cover the pot and cook on the stovetop over medium heat for 1 hour, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  7. Serve the dolma biber hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Deep pot

Tools

Knife Cutting board Large bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the dolma biber with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground lamb with cooked lentils or chickpeas.

Cost

$20