With their vibrant flavors and aromatic fillings, Greek-style stuffed peppers are a culinary delight that transports taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece. These delectable peppers, known as "Yemista" in Greek, are a popular dish that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice culinary explorer, embarking on a journey to discover the best recipe for Greek-style stuffed peppers promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS
One of the few dishes that is better served cold rather than hot. Absolutely delicious and very Mediterranean!!! It can be made vegetarian by replacing meat with soya.
Provided by GATOULA
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place green and red bell peppers in a bowl with enough warm water to cover, and soak 5 minutes.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place pork and onions in the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pork is evenly brown. Drain grease, and mix in wine and tomato puree. Continue cooking 10 minutes.
- Transfer skillet mixture to a large bowl, and mix in feta cheese, cooked rice, raisins, pine nuts, and parsley. Stuff peppers with the mixture, and arrange in a baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove foil, and continue baking 10 minutes, until stuffing is lightly browned. May be served hot or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 53.9 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 595.3 mg, Sugar 16.2 g
GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, spinach, zucchini, onion, bulgur, egg, oregano, salt and a few grinds of pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Arrange the pepper halves cut side up in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and fill each pepper half with the meat mixture. Pour the tomatoes over the peppers and sprinkle with the feta cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the meat mixture is completely cooked and the peppers are tender, about 25 minutes longer.
GREEK-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS
The bounty of peppers found at the local farmers market in the early fall, combined with some standard Greek ingredients, creates a dish that bursts with color and fresh flavor. -Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add fennel and onion; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Add spinach and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Cool slightly., Cut and reserve tops from peppers; remove and discard seeds. Pour 1 cup crushed tomatoes into bottom of a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine lamb, barley, 1 cup feta cheese, olives and seasonings; add fennel mixture. Spoon mixture into peppers; place in slow cooker. Pour remaining crushed tomatoes over peppers; replace pepper tops. Cook, covered, on low 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 hours, until peppers are tender. Serve with additional feta and, if desired, chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 684mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges
GREEK-STYLE STUFFED BELL PEPPERS WITH QUINOA
This a Greek take on the classic beef stuffed pepper. Lemon, cinnamon, fennel and oregano spice up traditional ground beef and onions, while healthy quinoa adds extra fiber. There seem to be a lot of steps, but this one goes together in about 20 minutes. It works great if you have pre-browned ground beef in your freezer.
Provided by ElleFirebrand
Categories Grains
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Set a pot of water to boil. Remove tops from peppers and cut in half length-wise. Seed and devein peppers. Reserve pepper tops. Once water has boiled, add peppers and cook for 7-8 minutes. Drain water and run cold water over peppers.
- Finely dice pepper tops.
- In a medium skillet, heat olive oil. Saute onion and garlic over medium-high heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Cook quinoa according to package directions.
- Into ground beef, stir lemon juice and zest, tomato sauce, cooked quinoa and spices.
- Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stuff peppers with ground beef mixture. Top with cheese. Place peppers in a greased baking pan and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in a 375 degrees F oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake and additional 15 minutes.
STUFFED BELL PEPPERS, GREEK STYLE
When I was very young, my grandparents frequently took us to eat at a cafeteria in North Hollywood, CA. I liked -- no I loved -- only one dish. It was their stuffed bell peppers. Part of what made them unique was their juices and sauce: it was tomato based but very translucent with a slightly sweet and tangy taste. I have yet to recreate the sauce but have developed a substitute which isn't too bad. However, I have in fact finally made the stuffing taste just like I remember it. I hope you enjoy this as much as my family does.
Provided by Bubbe
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion and ground lamb; cook and stir until the onion is tender, and the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Stir in the rice, salt, black pepper, and mint; cook 5 minutes longer. Add the water and parsley. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the water has been completely absorbed by the rice, about 15 minutes. Stir the chicken broth and diced tomatoes together in an oven-proof dish that will just fit the peppers. Scoop the lamb mixture into the bell peppers, and place them into the dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the peppers are tender and the tomatoes are bubbly, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 448.1 mg, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: For this recipe, you'll need large bell peppers that can hold the filling. Look for peppers that are firm, brightly colored, and free of blemishes.
- Prep the peppers properly: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and ribs. Be careful not to cut too deeply into the peppers, or they will fall apart.
- Make sure the filling is well-seasoned: The filling is the star of the show in this dish, so make sure it's packed with flavor. Use a variety of herbs and spices, and don't be afraid to taste it as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Stuff the peppers tightly: The tighter you stuff the peppers, the better they will hold their shape. Use a spoon or your hands to press the filling into the peppers, making sure to fill them all the way to the top.
- Bake the peppers until they are tender: The peppers should be baked until they are soft and tender, but still hold their shape. This will usually take about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Serve the peppers hot or cold: Greek-style stuffed peppers can be served hot or cold. If you're serving them hot, let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. If you're serving them cold, chill them for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Greek-style stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They're also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give Greek-style stuffed peppers a try!
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