Dolmeh Felfel (persian Stuffed Bell Peppers)

Dolmeh Felfel is a traditional Iranian dish that features bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful mixture of rice, meat, and herbs.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Iranian Iranian Cuisine Stuffed Peppers Middle Eastern
Dolmeh Felfel (persian Stuffed Bell Peppers)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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 cooked rice, ground meat, onion, tomatoes, herbs, raisins, pine nuts, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the rice and meat mixture.
  5. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with the pepper tops.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  7. Serve the stuffed bell peppers hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

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
15g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Knife Cutting board Mixing bowl

Tools

Oven Oven mitts

Serving suggestions

Dolmeh Felfel pairs well with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15