Cheesy Panner-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Cheesy Paneer-Stuffed Bell Peppers! This recipe combines the creaminess of paneer, the earthiness of potatoes, and the freshness of bell peppers for a satisfying meal. Whether baked in the oven or cooked on the stovetop, these stuffed peppers are sure to become a family favorite.
Serving: 3 bell peppers
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Bell Peppers:
- Cut the top part off the bell peppers.
- Chop the tops finely and set aside.
- Remove the seeds from inside the bell peppers and set them aside.
2. Prepare the Potato Mixture:
- Coarsely mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.
- Add diced onions, chaat powder, salt, and chopped coriander leaves.
- Mix everything well and set aside.
3. Prepare the Paneer Mixture:
- Heat oil in a pan, add jeera (cumin seeds).
- Add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add ginger garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
- Add finely chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt.
- Sauté until the tomatoes turn mushy.
- Add the finely chopped bell pepper (from the tops) and mix well.
- Add grated paneer, mix, and let it cook until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and set aside.
4. Stuffing Process:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Take the hollowed bell peppers and start stuffing.
- First, add the potato mixture to fill the peppers halfway.
- Next, layer with the paneer mixture on top of the potatoes.
- Sprinkle grated cheese generously on top.
- Season with herbs like oregano or basil.
5. Cooking:
- Place the stuffed bell peppers in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the peppers are cooked through.
- Alternatively, you can cook the stuffed bell peppers on the stovetop.
- Place them in a pan, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat until the peppers are tender and the cheese has melted.
6. Serving:
- Once cooked, remove from the oven or stove.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.(optional)
- Serve hot as a delicious main dish or as a side with rice or bread.
Variations:
- For a spicy kick, add finely chopped green chilies or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the paneer mixture.
- Enhance the flavors with a sprinkle of garam masala or Italian seasoning.
- Swap paneer with tofu for a vegan version of this dish.
- Include a handful of cooked quinoa or lentils to the potato mixture for added protein and texture.
Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures in every bite of these Cheesy Paneer-Stuffed Bell Peppers!
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