Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Stuffed Peppers with Halal Cheese, featuring vibrant bell peppers filled with a creamy, cheesy mixture. This crowd-pleasing dish combines savory spices, ground meat, and gooey cheese for an unforgettable meal that is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup halal mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef (lean)
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until golden.
- Stir in ground meat and cook until browned. Mix in cooked rice, cumin, paprika, and allow to meld flavors for about 10 minutes.
- Generously fill each pepper with the mixture and top with shredded halal cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish, pour tomato sauce over them, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, substitute rice with quinoa or add your favorite vegetables. - Experiment with different types of halal cheese like cheddar or gouda for a unique twist.