Mahshi Fil Fil (middle Eastern Stuffed Bell Peppers)

Mahshi Fil Fil is a traditional Emirati dish of stuffed bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of rice, meat, and aromatic spices. This dish is a popular choice for family gatherings and special occasions in the UAE.

Halal Main Course Emirati Emirati Cuisine Stuffed Bell Peppers Middle Eastern Recipe
Mahshi Fil Fil (middle Eastern Stuffed Bell Peppers)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 300g ground beef or lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 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 meat, onion, tomatoes, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the rice and meat mixture, and place them in a deep pot.
  5. Pour the broth over the stuffed peppers, cover the pot, and simmer on the stovetop for 1 hour or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked.
  6. Once cooked, remove the stuffed peppers from the pot and place them on a serving dish.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Deep pot Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Large bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve Mahshi Fil Fil with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15