Pimientos Rellenos Al Horno De Gibraltar (gibraltar's Stuffed Baked Bell Peppers)

Pimientos Rellenos al Horno de Gibraltar, or Gibraltar's Stuffed Baked Bell Peppers, is a traditional dish from Gibraltarian cuisine that features delicious bell peppers stuffed with a flavorful filling and baked to perfection.

Pimientos Rellenos Al Horno De Gibraltar (gibraltar's Stuffed Baked Bell Peppers)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

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 skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Fill the bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the tomato sauce over the stuffed peppers and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pimientos Rellenos al Horno de Gibraltar with a side of salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or black beans.

Cost

$15