Maftoul Stuffed Bell Peppers (فلفل محشي بالمفتول)

This Maftoul Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe is a traditional Jordanian dish that combines the flavors of maftoul, a Palestinian couscous, with the sweetness of bell peppers. It's a hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.

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Maftoul Stuffed Bell Peppers (فلفل محشي بالمفتول)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup maftoul (Palestinian couscous)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas, cooked
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 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 maftoul, onion, tomatoes, chickpeas, pine nuts, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the maftoul mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
12g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Large bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Maftoul Stuffed Bell Peppers with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add cooked ground meat to the maftoul mixture for a non-vegetarian option.

Cost

$10