Surinamese Stuffed Bell Peppers (Gevulde Paprika's)

Gevulde Paprika's, or Surinamese Stuffed Bell Peppers, are a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Surinamese cuisine. This recipe combines a variety of ingredients to create a satisfying and comforting meal.

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Surinamese Stuffed Bell Peppers (Gevulde Paprika's)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice, cumin, paprika, and tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stuff the bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture.
  6. Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Serve 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
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Gevulde Paprika's with a side of mixed greens salad and a slice of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

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

Cost

$15