Filfil Mahshi (stuffed Bell Peppers With Spiced Rice And Lamb)

Filfil Mahshi is a traditional Qatari dish made with bell peppers stuffed with spiced rice and lamb, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Filfil Mahshi (stuffed Bell Peppers With Spiced Rice And Lamb)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 250g ground lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

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, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the rice and lamb mixture.
  5. Place the stuffed peppers in a deep pot and pour the broth over them.
  6. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 45-50 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  7. Remove the stuffed peppers from the pot and place them on a serving dish.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large bowl Deep pot with lid Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Cooking spoon

Serving suggestions

Filfil Mahshi pairs well with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground lamb with cooked chickpeas and add extra vegetables to the rice mixture.

Cost

$15