Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice (Biber Dolması)

Biber Dolması, or Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice, is a popular dish in Tajik cuisine. It is a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.

Vegetarian Main Course Tajik Bell Peppers Stuffed Peppers Rice
Stuffed Bell Peppers with Rice (Biber Dolması)

Ingredients

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)

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, onion, tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and pine nuts. Mix well.
  4. Stuff the bell peppers with the rice 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 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the rice is cooked.
  7. Serve the stuffed bell peppers hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
8g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Biber Dolması with a side of yogurt and a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add ground meat to the rice mixture for a non-vegetarian version of this dish.

Cost

$10